Nerve tracing
When nerves are injured or compressed, they can cause pain, tingling, or weakness. Nerve tracing uses ultrasound to follow the path of a nerve through muscle and other tissues. This helps find the site of irritation or damage.
An ultrasound scan is quick, safe, and done by specialist doctors.
£300 per area (£50 deposit)
During the scan, your doctor will check your nerves for:
- Nerve entrapment or compression
- Post-surgical nerve damage
- Swelling or inflammation around a nerve
- Nerve tumours or cysts
- Scar tissue or adhesions
- Nerve injuries
- Abnormal nerve path or shape
- Localising symptoms like pins and needles to a nerve
FAQs
Can you see nerve damage on an ultrasound?
Yes. Ultrasound creates a dynamic view of your body, allowing consultants to see in real time if there is any signs of damage or impingement on nerves, especially during movement.
Why should I get a scan for my nerves?
If you have numbness, tingling, burning, or pain that spreads along an arm or leg, this scan may help. It can show if a nerve is being squeezed, scarred, or damaged, and where.
What symptoms are related to nerve issues?
● Tingling or pins and needles
● Shooting pain along a limb
● Numbness or weakness
● Burning or electric shock feeling
● Muscle loss or shrinking
● Pain after surgery
When should I see a doctor?
If symptoms don’t go away or get worse over time, speak to your doctor. If you have sudden weakness, loss of control over bladder or bowel, or fast-spreading numbness, get urgent help.
What happens during the scan?
You’ll lie or sit in a comfortable position. A clear gel is placed on your skin. The doctor uses a small probe to trace the nerve and take pictures. You may be asked to move the limb. The scan usually takes 15 to 30 minutes.
Are there any risks of a nerve tracing ultrasound?
No. Ultrasound is safe and uses sound waves, not radiation. There’s no pain or downtime.
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.
