Knee
Knee pain can stop you in your tracks.
Whether it’s a new injury or a long-standing issue, it can make walking, bending, or climbing stairs hard. A knee ultrasound helps identify what’s causing the problem fast.
One side - £200 | Both sides - £350 (£50 deposit)
This safe, simple scan shows real-time images of the tendons, ligaments, muscles, and soft tissues around the knee. It can also pick up fluid, cysts, and signs of arthritis. If your knee hurts, clicks, or feels swollen, we can help you find out why.
This scan will check for:
- Tendon or ligament injuries
- Iliotibial band syndrome
- Baker’s cysts
- Joint fluid or inflammation (effusion or synovitis)
- Meniscal cysts
- Signs of arthritis (osteoarthritis or inflammatory arthritis)
- Post-surgical or post-injection follow-up
Related Procedures
Steroid injection for arthritis or bursitis - £450
A steroid injection targets inflammation to reduce pain and swelling in the knee joint or surrounding bursa. This treatment can provide lasting relief and support everyday activities with greater ease.
Hyaluronic acid injection for arthritis - £550
A hyaluronic acid injection adds cushioning and lubrication to the knee joint to reduce pain and stiffness. It can help improve comfort and mobility, especially in people with knee osteoarthritis.
FAQs
Why have a knee ultrasound?
To investigate knee pain, swelling, clicking, or weakness. It can show soft tissue injuries, fluid, or inflammation that might not appear on an X-ray.
What symptoms are related to knee conditions?
● Pain when walking, running, or climbing
● Swelling or stiffness
● Clicking, locking, or catching
● Visible or hidden swelling
● Weakness or giving way
● Pain around the kneecap
When should I see a doctor?
If your knee pain lasts more than a few days, keeps coming back, or stops you from moving properly, it’s time to seek advice.
What happens during the scan?
You’ll lie down or sit. A support may be placed under the affected joint. The specialist will apply gel and use a small probe to scan the knee. They may ask you to move the joint during the scan. It usually takes 15–20 minutes and is painless.
Are there any risks of a knee ultrasound?
No. It’s a safe and non-invasive scan that uses sound waves, not radiation. There are no known side effects.
What we do
- Consultant led ultrasound imaging
- Comfortable, informative sessions to give clarity on your health concerns
- Referrals, advice and suggested treatment plans if anything needs to be taken further
Our musculoskeletal consultants
Unsure what support you need?
Book a consultation with a musculoskeletal consultant for £50 to discuss your problems, and if there is an imaging or procedure the consultation fee can be put towards the cost.
