Ultrasound Guided Joint Injection
Ultrasound-guided Joint Injection
The treatment itself: local anaesthetic and anti-inflammatory medication placed into the joint while the needle is watched on ultrasound. No GP referral is needed to book one.
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (per area)
The diagnostic scan of one area — shoulder, knee, hip, wrist, elbow, ankle or foot — for when it is not yet clear what is causing the pain.
Ultrasound Left Shoulder
A focused scan of the left shoulder: the rotator-cuff tendons, the bursa and the joint itself, for pain on lifting or reaching.
Ultrasound Right Shoulder
A focused scan of the right shoulder: the rotator-cuff tendons, the bursa and the joint itself, for pain on lifting or reaching.
Ultrasound Left Knee
A scan of the left knee — the soft tissues around the joint, swelling and fluid — often booked before deciding on an injection.
Ultrasound Right Knee
A scan of the right knee — the soft tissues around the joint, swelling and fluid — often booked before deciding on an injection.
How it works
Enquire
Send a booking request or call the clinic, and tell us what you need and the times that suit you. No GP referral is needed.
We call you back
We ring to agree a date and time and to answer anything you want to ask first. Nothing is booked and no payment is taken until we have spoken.
Your appointment
We look forward to serving you! On the day one of our experts will perform your procedure to a high standard and answer any questions.
Results
One of our experts will produce a conclusive report on the findings and email this to you within 1 working day.
Ultrasound-guided injections in London
Steroid joint injections
Find relief from pain and inflammation with ultrasound-guided steroid injections. The clinician uses real-time ultrasound imaging to guide the injection directly to the affected area, which makes the treatment more accurate than an injection given without imaging.
Whether you are dealing with long-standing joint pain or a sports injury, this minimally invasive treatment is used to reduce inflammation, relieve pain and restore movement. You do not need a GP referral to book.
Ultrasound-guided injections in London
Joint pain does not wait for a referral letter. You can book an ultrasound-guided injection at our London clinic yourself — no GP referral is needed, and the price is published on this page and confirmed with you before anything is arranged.
Your clinician examines the joint and scans it with ultrasound before deciding where the injection should go. The same scan then guides the needle, so the medication reaches the shoulder, knee, hip, wrist or smaller joint that is actually causing the trouble rather than the area around it.
If a GP or consultant asked for the injection, tell us when we call and the report goes back to them as well as to you. If you are not sure whether an injection or a diagnostic ultrasound scan is the right first step, say so — we would rather book you the appointment you need than the one you asked for.
Benefits of ultrasound guidance
An injection given without imaging is placed by feel. An ultrasound-guided injection is placed by sight — the joint, the needle and the medication are all on screen as it happens. The drug is the same either way. Where it ends up is not.
- Accuracy. The needle is watched onto the target rather than estimated, so the medication goes where it is meant to.
- Comfort. Seeing the joint usually means fewer attempts to place the needle.
- Safety. Nearby tendons, nerves and blood vessels stay in view throughout.
- Relief. The local anaesthetic settles the immediate pain; the anti-inflammatory acts over the days that follow.
Which joints and conditions we inject
Shoulder, knee and hip are the joints treated most often, and the same approach is used for the wrist, elbow, ankle, foot and hand. It is used for osteoarthritis and inflammatory arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis, and for the soft-tissue problems around a joint — tendonitis and bursitis, plantar fasciitis at the heel, and carpal tunnel syndrome at the wrist.
Not sure whether you need the injection or a diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound scan first? Tell us what you have been feeling when we call and we will say which.
Book an injection, or the scan that comes first
Open any of them for the price and what to expect.
- Image-guided treatment
Ultrasound-guided Joint Injection
£295Book now - Diagnostic scan
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (per area)
£180Book now - Diagnostic scan
Ultrasound Left Shoulder
£180Book now - Diagnostic scan
Ultrasound Right Shoulder
£180Book now - Diagnostic scan
Ultrasound Left Knee
£180Book now - Diagnostic scan
Ultrasound Right Knee
£180Book now
How to book an ultrasound-guided injection?
You can arrange your scan today, with no need for a GP referral. Simply:
- send a booking request online — pick your scan from the list above and tell us the times that suit you
- or get in touch if you are not sure which scan you need, and we will help you choose
- either way we ring you back to agree a time and confirm the price, then we see you at the clinic in London — nothing is booked and no payment is taken online
Ultrasound-guided injection Costs
Every ultrasound-guided injection here is £295 for one scan area for one area, at a fixed price..
No hidden charges and nothing to pay online — we confirm the price with you when we call.
You do not need a GP referral to book. We confirm what it costs with you before anything is arranged — nothing is added to what you pay without you agreeing to it.
Payment methods we accept
Private ultrasound-guided injection scan
Price
£295
for one scan area
- No GP referral needed
- Clinical report and images included
- Extra scan areas £295 each, when clinically appropriate
- At our own clinic in London (N13 4RJ)
- We agree your time by phone — nothing is paid online
Our reviews — What our patients say
Every word below is a patient’s own, published on our Google listing.
Brilliant service from booking appt to having the scan and report. The sonographer was extremely knowledgable and had a great bedside manner. I went on 29/12 and I didn't catch the name of the lady but I have to say she answered all my questions thoroughly and honestly.
Dr Bhagat was exceptionally thorough and reassuring. He explained the X-ray and ultrasound results clearly, ruling out any serious concerns and recommending the best next steps. His calm and caring approach put us at ease throughout. Highly recommended.
Went for some diagnostic tests and was seen within hours of contact with Jose. The tests were completed quickly, with everything fully explained and a report provided within 24 hours. Extremely efficient and friendly service. Special thanks to Jose.
Superb service. I had an US for my soft tissue, very welcoming staff. The sonographer was thorough, friendly and accurate. I would chose this place again and highly recommended if you could choose to have your In-Health scans.
Extremely impressed with my scan appointment the sonographer explained clearly all parts of my scan which was most reassuring. The staff were all very knowledgeable and friendly , I can highly recommend the LDC.
I was able to get an appointment for an ultrasound scan within a few days for a reasonable cost and the service was very friendly and efficient and got the scan report back within a couple of hours.
huge thank you to Doctor Jawad Yahya from the bottom of my heart for being an amazing doctor. Thank you for referring me to Doctor Hossein Rostamipour (consultant psychiatrist) for ADHD assessment.
Excellent practice. Friendly, welcoming personnel and the venue is clean and modern. The radiologist was pleasant and explained everything clearly. Highly recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions
The questions people ask us most often before booking an ultrasound-guided injection.
Cannot see yours? Get in touch or call — we would rather answer it than have you guess.
What is an ultrasound-guided joint injection?
It is a minimally invasive procedure in which medication is placed directly into a joint space under the guidance of ultrasound imaging. It is used to relieve pain and inflammation in joints affected by conditions such as arthritis, bursitis or tendonitis.
How does the injection work?
The clinician uses ultrasound imaging to see the joint and to place the needle precisely. Once the needle is in position within the joint space, a combination of local anaesthetic and anti-inflammatory medication is injected to relieve pain and reduce inflammation.
What are the benefits of ultrasound guidance?
Greater accuracy in reaching the affected joint, a reduced risk of complications, and medication delivered directly to the site of the pain or inflammation. The ultrasound shows the needle in real time, so its placement can be seen rather than estimated.
Who can benefit from an ultrasound-guided joint injection?
People with joint pain or inflammation from conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis or bursitis. It may also be suggested for people who have not responded to treatments such as oral medication or physiotherapy.
Is the injection painful?
Some people feel mild discomfort during the procedure. The injection site is normally numbed with a local anaesthetic first, and most people tolerate it well.
How long does the appointment take?
Allow 30 minutes for the appointment. The injection itself takes only a few minutes; the rest is the consultation beforehand and the checks around it.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. You can book directly. If you do have a referral letter from a GP or a consultant, bring it with you — it tells the clinician what has already been tried.
How much does it cost?
£295 for one area, at a fixed price. Nothing is paid online — the price is confirmed with you when we call to arrange the appointment.
Can I use private medical insurance?
Often, but it depends on your policy and your level of cover — being approved by an insurer is not the same as your policy covering a particular treatment. Check with your insurer before you book, and ask whether they need to authorise it first.
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