The Hip Ultrasound Scan

Hip and groin pain is very common and ultrasound has been proven to be a useful tool in the assessment of the hip tendons, ligaments, muscles, nerves, synovial recesses, articular cartilage, bone surfaces and joint capsule. The goal of the ultrasound scan is to detect and localize pathological processes, to differentiate between intra-articular and extra-articular pathology.

Many hip diseases are detectable with ultrasound including assessment of the soft tissues, tendons, ligaments and muscles, and also of the bone structures and joint spaces. In patients with sports-related hip pain, ultrasound has an important role in dynamic assessment of snapping iliopsoas tendon, joint fluid, bursitis, haematoma and paralabral cyst formation.

Potential causes of hip discomfort and fever include psoas abscess, prostatitis, pelvic inflammatory disease and urinary tract infections. Ultrasound has the ability to help diagnose these conditions, allowing appropriate and timely initiation of treatment.

 

What is the purpose of this ultrasound scan?

The purpose of the hip ultrasound scan is to provide an assessment of the hip musculoskeletal structures. 

They include: 

• Bone structures (femoral head and acetabulum)
• Fibrocartilaginous structures (acetabular labrum)
• Cartilage layers covering the hip joint
• Capsular-ligamentous structures
• Synovial joint
• Muscles and tendons
• Synovial bursae
• Neurovascular structures

 

Reasons for having a hip scan include:

• Pain
• Muscular and some ligaments damage (chronic and acute)
• Bursitis
• Joint effusion
• Vascular pathology
• Haematomas
• Soft tissue masses such as ganglia, lipomas
• Classification of a mass eg solid, cystic, mixed
• Post-surgical complications eg abscess, oedema
• Some bony pathology.

 

What is included with this hip ultrasound scan?

• Ultrasound report and if needed, a follow-up recommendation.

 

Preparation

 

No preparation is necessary for this ultrasound scan.

 

What should I expect during the hip ultrasound scan?

Before the scan, our sonographer will explain the examination procedure. You will be asked to lie on the bed and expose your groin and hip. A small amount of gel will be placed on your hip and the probe will be moved in different directions. You may also be asked to move your hip during the scanning so that the sonographer can look at the affected area while it is in motion.
During and after the examination our sonographer will explain the findings and an ultrasound report will be issued to take away with you.

 

 

 

Price: £142.00 (£213 for both Hips)

 

 

 

 

Private Hip Ultrasound Scans in London

 

Sonoworld provides competitively priced private London ultrasound scans so that you can achieve early diagnosis without the long NHS waiting lists. 

 

We are able to offer you:

• Same day ultrasound scan appointments.
• Easy to use online scan booking service where you can choose the best time and day suitable to you.
• Same time ultrasound scan report to take with you to your GP.
• Convenient central London location (Regents Park and Great Portland Street tube stations)
• Direct line to our Sonographers to answer any questions and not a call centre.
• You can take control of your health with our competitively priced private ultrasound scan examinations.

 

Looking for a Private Hip Ultrasound Scan in London?

 

You are in the right place if you are looking for a private ultrasound scan in London. At Sonoworld Diagnostics, London we offer an extensive range of private ultrasound scans in a convenient central London location next to Harley Street.

We offer same day and out of hours private ultrasound scan appointments in days and times to suit your busy schedule.

Our consultant sonographers are very experienced in the field of medical ultrasound so you can rest assured that your health is in good hands. We use the latest ultrasound scan diagnostic equipment to increase diagnostic accuracy. Sonoworld Diagnostics has been providing ultrasound scan services to the NHS and private sector since 2012 and therefore is well established in the field of medical ultrasound.

At our ultrasound scan clinic in London, we are able to offer you ultrasound scans in a clean and comfortable environment without the wait associated with the ultrasound scans provided by the NHS.

 

Why choose us for your private Hip ultrasound scan?

 

Sonoworld Diagnostic Services is registered with the CQC and has been trusted by the NHS and private sector since 2012 to provide unparalleled diagnostic ultrasound scan services.  Our clients include healthcare professional such as GP’s and consultant radiologists. This is because our clients know that at Sonoworld will get the best ultrasound service with no compromise in diagnostic accuracy or the level of service.  

 

Who will perform my private Hip ultrasound scan?

 

Your ultrasound scan will be performed by one of our knowledgeable consultant sonographers. All our sonographers are qualified to UK and USA ultrasound standards so you can be assured that there is no compromise on the diagnostic accuracy of your ultrasound scan.

 

How much are the private Hip ultrasound scans in London?

The price you’ll pay for a private ultrasound scan will depend on the type of scan you want an appointment for. Our prices are competitive starting from as low as £99. There are no hidden extras and the price you see is the price you pay.

 

Book a private Hip ultrasound scan appointment 

We offer evening and weekends appointments.  You can choose the most suitable time and day by visiting our online booking diary. If for any reason you can not find a suitable ultrasound scan appointment please contact us via e-mail or phone.

 

 

We offer the widest range of ultrasound scans in London.

 

We offer a full range of private ultrasound scans for women such as:

Pelvic scans

Breast scans

Upper and lower abdominal scans

Kidneys, ureters & bladder scans

Thyroid scans

Groin/Hernia scans

Our range of private ultrasound scans for men include:

Testicular ultrasound scans

Abdominal scans

Kidneys, ureters & prostate scans

Thyroid scans

Groin/hernia scans

 

We also offer musculoskeletal scans such as:

Shoulder scans

Elbow scans

Hands and wrists scans

Hip/Groin/Hernia scans

Knee scans

Ankle and Feet

Soft tissue lumps & bumps

 

We offer vascular ultrasound scans such as:

Carotid

Abdominal Aorta

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

Venous insufficiency/Reflux scans

 

 

 

Private Pregnancy Ultrasound Scans

We offer a large range of private pregnancy ultrasound in London starting with the early pregnancy scan at 5 weeks gestation and other complimentary scans throughout your pregnancy including gender scan, growth scan, reassurance scans. 

We offer a same day private pregnancy scan service to provide you with peace of mind and quick reassurance about your pregnancy and your baby.

We also offer a range of 3D and 4D bonding scans for parents who want to meet their baby early. Our sonographers are fully qualified and comply with all the professional safety guidelines.