Private Knee Ultrasound Scan
High-resolution ultrasound for knee pain, swelling, tendon injury, bursitis, Baker’s cysts, joint effusion and other superficial soft-tissue concerns.
Clinics in Tunbridge Wells, Orpington and Canary Wharf
Choose the clinic most convenient for you and book one knee or both knees.
Tunbridge Wells
Focused knee ultrasound with dynamic assessment where clinically useful.
36 Monson Road
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
TN1 1LU
Orpington
Private knee ultrasound with same-day reporting.
Orpington Health & Wellbeing Centre
19 Homefield Rise
Orpington, BR6 0FE
Canary Wharf
Private knee ultrasound in Canary Wharf with same-day reporting.
30 South Colonnade
Canary Wharf Estate
London, E14 5HX
Detailed assessment of knee tendons, bursae, fluid and superficial soft tissues
Knee ultrasound provides high-resolution assessment of the quadriceps tendon, patellar tendon, collateral-ligament regions, bursae, joint effusion, Baker’s cysts and other superficial soft-tissue structures.
It is particularly useful for anterior knee pain, tendon symptoms, swelling, suspected bursitis and a lump or fullness behind the knee.
Dynamic scanning may be used where symptoms occur during knee movement.
Structures assessed during a knee ultrasound
The examination is tailored to the location of pain, swelling and the clinical question.
Quadriceps tendon
Assessment for tendinopathy, tearing and insertional abnormality at the superior patella.
Patellar tendon
Assessment for patellar tendinopathy, partial tearing and related anterior knee soft-tissue changes.
Bursae
Assessment for prepatellar, infrapatellar and other accessible bursal fluid or inflammatory change.
Joint effusion
The suprapatellar recess is assessed for visible joint fluid and selected synovial changes.
Baker’s cyst
Assessment of the popliteal region for a Baker’s cyst and related posterior fluid collections.
Collateral ligament regions
The medial and lateral collateral-ligament regions and surrounding superficial tissues may be assessed when clinically appropriate.
Common reasons for knee ultrasound
Knee pain or swelling
Persistent focal pain, visible swelling or tenderness around the knee.
Baker’s cyst symptoms
Fullness, swelling or a palpable lump behind the knee.
Patellar tendon pain
Anterior knee pain related to running, jumping or repetitive loading.
Suspected bursitis
Localised swelling or tenderness around the front or inner aspect of the knee.
Sports injury
Post-injury pain involving superficial tendons, ligament regions or soft tissues.
Post-injury swelling
Assessment of focal fluid collections, haematoma or other superficial soft-tissue change after injury.
Ultrasound is excellent for many superficial knee problems
Some internal knee conditions still require MRI, X-ray or specialist assessment.
Excellent for tendons and bursae
Ultrasound is well suited to the quadriceps tendon, patellar tendon, superficial bursae and many focal soft-tissue abnormalities.
Useful for Baker’s cysts and effusion
Ultrasound can readily identify many popliteal cysts and visible joint effusions.
MRI may be required
Cruciate ligaments, deep meniscal pathology, cartilage injury and other internal joint abnormalities are generally better assessed with MRI.
What happens during your knee ultrasound?
Clinical history
We review the location of pain, swelling, injury history and activity-related symptoms.
Focused ultrasound
The relevant tendons, bursae, joint recesses and superficial soft tissues are assessed in multiple planes.
Dynamic assessment
You may be asked to bend or straighten the knee so selected structures can be assessed during movement.
Results & report
The main findings are explained and a formal written report is provided the same day.
No special preparation is required
Wear loose clothing
Clothing that allows easy access to the knee and lower thigh is ideal.
Bring previous results
Bring relevant MRI, X-ray, ultrasound reports or clinic letters if available.
Expect movement
You may be asked to bend or straighten the knee during dynamic assessment.
What Our Patients Say
Independent patient feedback from people who have chosen UKSONO Healthcare for private diagnostic ultrasound.
Knee ultrasound FAQs
Common questions about knee pain, tendons, bursitis, Baker’s cysts and results.
How much does a knee ultrasound cost?
Do I need a GP referral?
Can knee ultrasound detect a Baker’s cyst?
Can ultrasound assess patellar tendinopathy?
Can ultrasound assess knee bursitis?
Can ultrasound assess all knee injuries?
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Book your private knee ultrasound
Appointments are available in Tunbridge Wells, Orpington and Canary Wharf, with same-day reporting.
