Wrist Ultrasound Scan
ABOUT THIS TEST
The Wrist Ultrasound Scan provides a detailed, real-time assessment of the soft tissues, tendons, ligaments, and fluid structures around the wrist joint. It is a non-invasive imaging test used to investigate wrist pain, swelling, stiffness, weakness, or reduced range of movement.
This scan is particularly helpful for identifying tendon injuries, ligament damage, ganglion cysts, inflammatory changes, joint effusions, and soft tissue abnormalities. Dynamic imaging allows assessment during movement, supporting accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Suitable for acute injuries, chronic wrist pain, repetitive strain, or preventative joint assessment.
- GP-led review
- Clinical imaging report with expert interpretation
- Clear guidance on next steps
- High-resolution ultrasound performed by qualified clinicians
WHAT THIS SCAN ASSESSES
- Wrist joint structures
- Tendons and surrounding soft tissues
- Ligaments supporting the wrist
- Joint fluid and swelling
- Bursae and inflammatory changes
- Signs of degeneration or injury
FAQs
1. How can this Scan help me ?
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This scan can:
Identify the cause of wrist pain, swelling, or stiffness
Detect inflammation, fluid build-up, or soft tissue injury
Support early diagnosis before functional limitation progresses
Guide next steps such as physiotherapy, splinting, injections, or specialist referral
Monitor healing or response to treatment
It is suitable for individuals with ongoing wrist symptoms, recent injuries, repetitive strain, or those seeking reassurance or early insight into wrist joint health.
Identify the cause of wrist pain, swelling, or stiffness
Detect inflammation, fluid build-up, or soft tissue injury
Support early diagnosis before functional limitation progresses
Guide next steps such as physiotherapy, splinting, injections, or specialist referral
Monitor healing or response to treatment
It is suitable for individuals with ongoing wrist symptoms, recent injuries, repetitive strain, or those seeking reassurance or early insight into wrist joint health.
2. How is the scan performed?
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In Clinic:
You will be positioned comfortably with the shoulder exposed
Ultrasound gel is applied to the skin
A handheld probe is moved over the shoulder to capture live images
The procedure is painless and typically takes 20–30 minutes
At Home (Home Visit):
A clinician visits your home with portable ultrasound equipment
The scan is performed in the same way as in clinic, offering added convenience
You will be positioned comfortably with the shoulder exposed
Ultrasound gel is applied to the skin
A handheld probe is moved over the shoulder to capture live images
The procedure is painless and typically takes 20–30 minutes
At Home (Home Visit):
A clinician visits your home with portable ultrasound equipment
The scan is performed in the same way as in clinic, offering added convenience
3. How long do results take?
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Most wrist ultrasound scans take approximately 20–30 minutes, depending on the complexity of the assessment.
4. Will I receive help interpreting my results?
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Yes — every scan includes:
A clinical imaging report
Expert interpretation
Clear recommendations on next steps, if required
A clinical imaging report
Expert interpretation
Clear recommendations on next steps, if required
