Private MSK Ultrasound
Private Hand Ultrasound Scan Same-Day Results
A private hand ultrasound scan for hand pain, stiffness, finger joint symptoms, tendon injury, swelling, soft tissue lumps, arthritis features and injury-related concerns.
From £160
Both hands from £250
Same-day results
No GP referral needed
No radiation
15–20 minutes
Focused hand ultrasound appointment with dynamic assessment where needed.
Same-day results
Findings explained clearly with a written report.
No referral needed
Self-referral welcome. Book directly online.
Adults & children
Radiation-free scan, usually well tolerated by children.
Choose your clinic location
Select the clinic most convenient for you and book securely online.
Tunbridge Wells
Private hand ultrasound scan with same-day results.
Single £160
Both hands £250
Book Tunbridge Wells
Both hands £250
Orpington
Convenient private hand ultrasound scan for Orpington and nearby areas.
Single £160
Both hands £250
Book Orpington
Both hands £250
Canary Wharf
Private hand ultrasound scan in Canary Wharf. Choose single hand or both hands when booking.
Single £190
Both hands £290
Book Canary Wharf
Both hands £290
Important: Please choose the correct clinic location and exam option when booking.
What your hand ultrasound can assess
Hand ultrasound is useful for assessing finger joints, tendons, soft tissues, swelling and many causes of hand pain or stiffness.
01
Finger joints
- Finger joint swelling
- Features of osteoarthritis
- Features of inflammatory arthritis
- Synovitis or joint fluid
- Targeted painful joint assessment
02
Tendons
- Flexor tendons
- Extensor tendons
- Tendinitis or tenosynovitis
- Tendon strain or tear where visible
- Dynamic finger movement assessment
03
Soft tissues & lumps
- Soft tissue swelling
- Ganglion cysts or cystic lumps
- Foreign body reaction where suspected
- Ligament-region soft tissue assessment
- Targeted lump or painful area assessment
Who may consider this scan?
- Hand pain or stiffness
- Finger joint swelling
- Suspected tendon injury
- Trigger finger-type symptoms
- Soft tissue lump or cyst
- Possible inflammatory arthritis features
- Post-injury soft tissue assessment
How to prepare
- No fasting or special preparation required
- Remove rings, bracelets or hand jewellery before the scan
- Wear clothing that allows easy hand and wrist access
- Bring previous imaging or clinic letters if available
- You may be asked to move your fingers during the scan
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a GP referral?
No. You can book directly online. Your report can be shared with your GP, physiotherapist or specialist.
Can both hands be scanned?
Yes. Both hands can be assessed in one visit. Tunbridge Wells and Orpington both-hand pricing is £250; Canary Wharf both-hand pricing is £290.
Can hand ultrasound assess arthritis?
Ultrasound can assess joint fluid, synovitis and some structural features that may support inflammatory or degenerative joint conditions. Your clinician may recommend blood tests or X-ray depending on symptoms.
Can ultrasound assess tendon injury?
Yes. Ultrasound is useful for assessing flexor and extensor tendons, tenosynovitis, tendon thickening and some tendon tears.
Will I receive results the same day?
Yes. Your findings will be explained during the appointment and a written report will be provided.
Is ultrasound safe?
Yes. Ultrasound uses sound waves and does not use ionising radiation.
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Book your private hand ultrasound
Choose Tunbridge Wells, Orpington or Canary Wharf. Same-day results and no GP referral required.