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Ultrasound-guided injections for joint, tendon and soft tissue pain, carried out by a consultant musculoskeletal radiologist.
How it works
Every injection is performed with real-time ultrasound, so it reaches the precise area causing pain. All procedures include a targeted diagnostic scan of the area of concern.
Injections are usually considered when rest, physiotherapy or simple treatments have not provided enough relief. If, during your consultation, you or your consultant decide to change the treatment plan or not proceed, we adjust the booking and update the price accordingly.
Types of injection
Sometimes called cortisone injections. A common treatment for joint, tendon and soft tissue pain, used to reduce inflammation.
Sometimes called lubricant or viscosupplement injections. Used to treat arthritis and wear and tear changes in a range of joints.
Shoulder hydrodistension, calcium barbotage, Achilles hydrodissection and aspiration, including ganglion cysts.
What they are used for
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Steroid injection (joint) | £550 |
| Steroid injection (tendon) | £550 |
| Bursal injection (1 site) | £550 |
| Bursal injection (2 sites) | £650 |
| Hyaluronic acid injection | £550 |
| Shoulder hydrodistension | £550 |
| Calcium barbotage | £550 |
| Injection for tennis elbow | £550 |
| Injection for golfer's elbow | £550 |
| Injection for carpal tunnel syndrome | £550 |
| Injection for trigger finger | £550 |
| Ganglion cyst aspiration | £550 |
| Ultrasound-guided aspiration | £550 |
| Achilles hydrodissection | £550 |
| Neuroma injection | £550 |
| Each additional injection | £150 |
Every price includes a targeted diagnostic scan of the area. See all prices.
Who carries out your injection
All of our appointments are with consultant musculoskeletal radiologists who hold posts at London NHS trusts.
You may be offered a steroid injection if you have pain from arthritis, tendon problems or soft tissue inflammation that has not improved with simple measures. Hyaluronic acid injections can help if you have arthritis or joint pain that has not improved with simple treatments such as painkillers, exercise or physiotherapy.
Yes. All procedures include a targeted diagnostic scan of the area of concern.
Side effects are uncommon. Some people notice mild pain, swelling, flushing or bruising at the injection site for a short time. Infection is rare. Repeated steroid injections into the same area are usually limited to avoid weakening the tissues.
You should seek advice if your pain is persistent, is affecting daily life or sleep, or is not improving with medication, exercise or physiotherapy.
Book a consultation with a musculoskeletal consultant for £50. If you go on to have imaging or a procedure, the fee is put towards its cost.
Tell us what you would like looked at and we will come back to you with times. You do not need a referral.
