Based on our routine use of this phantom, we believe it to be an inexpensive and effective tool to facilitate the
learning of ultrasound-guided peripheral nerve blockade by novices. Many of the errors characteristic of novice learning can be reproduced using the phantom and therefore a novice can learn or be taught to avoid them. Such a model may be useful for those providing training or courses in ultrasound-guided peripheral nerve block. We believe that it will be worthwhile to formally examine the educational value of using this phantom in a training program for novices.