Dr. Watson Arulsingh, Associate Professor, Department of Physiotherapy, College of Health Sciences, GMU, served as the resource person for a webinar organized by Alva’s College of Physiotherapy and Research Centre, Karnataka, India. The webinar, titled “Pros and Cons of Imaging Sciences in Screening Musculoskeletal Disorders,” was held on 9 January 2026.
The session offered a balanced and evidence-based perspective on the role of imaging in musculoskeletal screening. Dr. Watson explained how imaging supports clinical practice by helping identify red flags, confirm suspected pathology, and assist in complex clinical decision-making. At the same time, he addressed important limitations, including incidental findings in asymptomatic individuals, radiation exposure, cost concerns, and the risk of unnecessary investigations.
Emphasizing the need for careful and appropriate use of imaging, Dr. Watson encouraged a clinically driven approach aligned with current guidelines and best practices. He supported his discussion with references from high-quality evidence-based literature relevant to day-to-day clinical practice. The webinar strengthened participants’ understanding of when imaging is truly indicated in MSK screening and reinforced the importance of sound clinical reasoning in patient care.
“Dr. Watson Arulsingh’s contribution in academic forums such as this highlights CoHS–GMU’s role in advancing clinically relevant knowledge and responsible healthcare practices,” said Dr. Praveen Kumar, Dean, CoHS.
