Harley Street Medical District · London & St Albans
Private Hip Ultrasound Scan London
A Private Hip Ultrasound Scan at London Private Ultrasound costs £199 for one hip and £299 for both hips. No GP referral is required. Results are provided verbally the same day, with a written report within 24 hours. The scan can assess trochanteric bursitis, gluteal tendon problems, iliopsoas bursitis, hip flexor strain, superficial swelling, haematoma and soft tissue lumps around the hip.
Expert Private Hip Ultrasound Scan assessment at our CQC-registered clinic in Central London. The scan focuses on superficial hip soft tissues, bursae, gluteal tendons, iliopsoas bursa, hip flexor region and palpable lumps or swelling. No GP referral required. Same-day results.
A Private Hip Ultrasound Scan can help investigate lateral hip pain, suspected trochanteric bursitis, gluteal tendinopathy, iliopsoas bursitis, snapping hip symptoms, hip flexor strain, superficial soft tissue lumps, haematoma and sports-related hip pain.
Private Hip Ultrasound Scan at London Private Ultrasound — used to assess lateral hip pain, trochanteric bursitis, gluteal tendons, iliopsoas bursa, hip flexor region, haematoma and superficial soft tissue lumps.
About the Scan
What is a Private Hip Ultrasound Scan?
A Private Hip Ultrasound Scan is a safe, painless, radiation-free diagnostic test that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce real-time images of superficial hip soft tissue structures. It is commonly used for lateral hip pain, trochanteric bursitis, gluteal tendinopathy, iliopsoas bursitis, hip flexor strain, superficial swelling, haematoma and soft tissue lumps.
A key advantage of a Private Hip Ultrasound Scan is dynamic real-time assessment. The clinician can correlate your symptoms with the exact area of pain or swelling and assess superficial bursae, tendons and soft tissues. For deep hip joint cartilage, labrum, bone marrow or intra-articular disease, MRI may be more appropriate.
At London Private Ultrasound, a Private Hip Ultrasound Scan costs £199 for one hip or £299 for both hips, with same-day results and no GP referral required.
Common Conditions Assessed
Private Hip Ultrasound Scan for hip pain, swelling and soft tissue lumps
A Private Hip Ultrasound Scan is especially useful for superficial causes of hip pain, lateral hip pain, bursitis, gluteal tendon symptoms, swelling after injury and palpable soft tissue lumps.
Lateral hip pain and trochanteric region
Trochanteric bursitisFluid or inflammation around the greater trochanteric bursa.
Gluteal tendinopathyTendinopathy of the gluteus medius or minimus tendons around the lateral hip.
Gluteal tendon tearSome superficial partial or full-thickness tears may be visible depending on anatomy and clinical factors.
Calcific tendinopathyCalcification around the gluteal tendon insertion can be assessed with ultrasound.
Anterior hip, groin and soft tissue symptoms
Iliopsoas bursitisFluid or distension around the iliopsoas bursa.
Hip flexor strainSuperficial muscle or tendon region assessment after injury or overload.
Snapping hip symptomsDynamic ultrasound may help assess selected snapping soft tissue structures.
HaematomaFluid collection or bruising after trauma, injection or sports injury.
Soft tissue lumps and swelling
Palpable hip lumpUltrasound can assess size, depth and whether a lump appears cystic, solid, inflammatory or traumatic.
Lipoma-like swellingSuperficial fatty lumps can often be characterised by ultrasound.
Bursal swellingUltrasound can assess whether swelling relates to bursa, tendon sheath or soft tissue fluid.
When MRI may be better
Deep hip joint painLabrum, cartilage and deep intra-articular pathology usually require MRI.
Bone marrow or fracture concernDeep bone pathology is not assessed reliably with ultrasound.
Complex groin painMRI may be recommended after assessment if deeper structures need review.
Your Scan Checks For
Private Hip Ultrasound Scan — what we check
A Private Hip Ultrasound Scan provides high-resolution imaging of superficial hip bursae, gluteal tendons, iliopsoas bursa, hip flexor region, haematoma and soft tissue lumps.
Greater trochanteric bursa
Gluteus medius tendon
Gluteus minimus tendon
Calcific tendinopathy
Iliopsoas bursa
Hip flexor region
Superficial soft tissue lumps
Haematoma or fluid collection
Lateral hip pain assessment
Snapping hip soft tissue assessment
Doppler inflammation assessment
Left-right comparison if both hips scanned
All scans are performed by an experienced MSK clinician. Dynamic and Doppler assessment included where clinically appropriate. Available at Central London and St Albans.
Private Hip Ultrasound Scan vs MRI — which investigation is right for your symptoms?
Clinical Question
Hip Ultrasound
MRI
Trochanteric bursitis
✓ Useful — bursal fluid, thickening and local tenderness correlation
✓ Useful if deeper pathology suspected
Gluteal tendinopathy
✓ Useful — superficial tendon thickening, calcification and some tears
✓ Better for deep or complex tendon assessment
Iliopsoas bursitis
✓ Useful — bursal distension and fluid
✓ Useful
Hip flexor strain
✓ Useful for superficial muscle or tendon region symptoms
✓ Useful for deep muscle injury
Soft tissue lump or haematoma
✓ Excellent first-line — size, depth, cystic or solid appearance
✓ Useful if deep, large or suspicious
Labral or cartilage injury
— Limited for deep intra-articular structures
✓ Better choice
Bone marrow or stress fracture concern
— Not suitable
✓ Better choice
Guided injection or aspiration
✓ Can guide selected procedures
— Not usually used for guidance
For many superficial lateral hip pain, bursal, tendon and soft tissue problems, a Private Hip Ultrasound Scan is an appropriate first-line investigation. MRI is usually reserved for suspected deep hip joint, cartilage, labral, bone or complex tendon pathology.
Every Appointment
What’s included in your Private Hip Ultrasound Scan?
A focused hip soft tissue assessment with dynamic and Doppler imaging where appropriate, same-day results, written report, and clear clinical guidance.
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Expert Private Hip Ultrasound Scan appointment
Performed by an experienced MSK clinician with specialist ultrasound expertise.
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No GP referral required
Self-refer directly online or by phone. No referral letter is required.
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Same-day results
Verbal findings are provided after your scan with treatment options discussed clearly.
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Full written report
A comprehensive diagnostic report is securely emailed the same day or within 24 hours.
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Dynamic and Doppler assessment
The hip region can be assessed dynamically where useful, especially for snapping or movement-related soft tissue symptoms.
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Guidance on next steps
Your clinician will advise whether physiotherapy, guided injection, further imaging or specialist referral may be appropriate.
Book Online
Book your Private Hip Ultrasound Scan online
Use the secure booking calendar below to select your preferred clinic, date, and time. For urgent or same-day availability, call 020 7101 3377.
Live booking calendarSecure online booking
Useful External Resources
Private Hip Ultrasound Scan patient resources
These external resources provide general patient information about common hip conditions. They are not a substitute for a private clinical assessment or diagnostic ultrasound scan.
Private Hip Ultrasound Scan frequently asked questions
Written and reviewed by our MSK clinical team at London Private Ultrasound.
What is a private hip ultrasound scan?
A Private Hip Ultrasound Scan is a safe, painless, radiation-free diagnostic test using high-frequency sound waves to assess superficial hip soft tissue structures, including bursae, gluteal tendons, iliopsoas bursa, hip flexor region, haematoma and soft tissue lumps.
How much does a private hip ultrasound scan cost in London?
At London Private Ultrasound, a Private Hip Ultrasound Scan costs £199 for one hip or £299 for both hips. Both options include same-day verbal results and a written report within 24 hours.
Can hip ultrasound detect trochanteric bursitis?
Yes. Hip ultrasound can assess the greater trochanteric bursa and surrounding gluteal tendons, helping identify bursal fluid, local inflammation, tendon thickening, calcification and superficial tendon abnormalities.
Can hip ultrasound detect gluteal tendinopathy?
Yes. Hip ultrasound can assess gluteus medius and minimus tendon abnormalities, including thickening, insertional change, calcification and some tendon tears. MRI may be recommended if deeper or more complex pathology is suspected.
Can hip ultrasound assess hip lumps or swelling?
Yes. Hip ultrasound is useful for assessing superficial lumps, swelling and haematoma around the hip, including their size, depth and cystic or solid appearance.
Who should book a Private Hip Ultrasound Scan?
A Private Hip Ultrasound Scan is suitable if you have lateral hip pain, suspected trochanteric bursitis, gluteal tendon pain, iliopsoas bursitis, hip flexor strain, snapping hip symptoms, a superficial hip lump, swelling, haematoma or sports-related hip pain.
Should I book one hip or both hips?
One hip (£199) is suitable if symptoms affect one side only. Both hips (£299) is recommended for bilateral symptoms, comparison, running-related lateral hip pain, sports injuries or treatment planning.
Do I need a GP referral for a private hip scan?
No. You can self-refer and book directly online or by calling 020 7101 3377.
When will I receive my hip scan results?
Your clinician explains the findings verbally after your scan. A written diagnostic report is securely emailed the same day or within 24 hours.
Accreditations & Registrations
Registered and regulated
Our specialists and clinic are fully registered and regulated for practice in the United Kingdom.
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Society of Radiographers
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Your MSK Clinical Team
Meet the specialists who will see you
All hip assessments at London Private Ultrasound are performed by clinicians with specialist MSK imaging expertise.
