Wrist Ultrasound Scan - One Limb
Private Wrist Ultrasound Scan in London
At London Private Ultrasound, we offer expert wrist ultrasound scans designed to investigate soft tissue injuries, inflammation, and joint issues. This non-invasive scan provides real-time, high-resolution imaging of tendons, ligaments, nerves, and joint spaces to help identify the exact cause of your symptoms.
Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, have recently suffered trauma, or need clarity after inconclusive tests, this scan offers a fast, accurate, and affordable solution—with no radiation and no referral required.
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About our Wrist Ultrasound Scan - One Limb
London Private Ultrasound offers a wrist ultrasound scan to the male and female patients over 18 years old. Wrist pain and discomfort following sports injuries or arthritis are the most common reason for having a wrist ultrasound diagnostic examination.
In this scan specialist will assess the main musculoskeletal structures in your wrist. Ultrasound is a dynamic, fast, affordable, and very powerful diagnostic modality for evaluation and diagnosis of a wide range of wrist medical conditions, inflammations or injuries such as:
Wrist pain and discomfort,
Joint effusion, Abnormal fluid collection in the joint
Carpal tunnel syndrome, Ulnar nerve injuries, Nerve entrapment
Tendon tear or rupture, Ligament Injuries, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, Torn ligaments or tendons, Cartilage abnormality
Arthritis or other inflammatory diseases, synovitis
Ganglion cyst, Lipoma, Soft tissue masses.
What Conditions Can a Wrist Ultrasound Detect?
Tendonitis or tenosynovitis
Joint effusion
Abnormal fluid collection in the joint
Ulnar nerve injuries
Nerve entrapment
Tendon tear or rupture
Ganglion cysts or fluid-filled swellings
Ligament sprains or tears
Inflammatory arthritis (e.g., rheumatoid)
Carpal tunnel syndrome (median nerve compression)
Post-fracture scarring or complications
Sports-related or repetitive strain injuries
Ultrasound is especially useful in assessing dynamic movement, making it ideal for detecting conditions that worsen during activity.
Who Should Consider This Scan?
Individuals with ongoing wrist pain, clicking, or weakness
People recovering from impact or repetitive strain injuries
Patients with numbness or tingling in the hand or fingers
Those with visible swelling, cysts, or restricted motion
What to Expect During the Appointment
Appointment Duration: 20–30 minutes
Procedure: Gel is applied to your wrist, and the sonographer gently moves the probe to assess soft tissue structures
No discomfort: It’s completely painless and free from radiation
Fast results: Consultant-reviewed report typically delivered within 24 hours
Why Choose London Private Ultrasound?
Advanced MSK imaging by experienced sonographers
Same-day and evening appointments available
Located in Central London, just minutes from Bond Street
Trusted by orthopaedic surgeons, physiotherapists, and sports clinics
No GP referral required
Please add your requested screening ultrasound, blood test, or health check-up while you are booking your ultrasound scan appointment.
- Abnormal fluid collection in the joint
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Ganglion cysts
- Reduced Movement
- Synovial thickening or Joint effusion
- Ulnar nerve injuries and entrapment
- Wrist pain or discomfort
- Cartilage abnormality
- De Quervain tenosynovitis
- Distal radioulnar joint
- Erosion or inflammation around the wrist,
- Evidence of Arthritis or other bony pathologies
- Extensor and flexor tendons
- Haematomas
- Inflammation and inflammatory arthritis
- Ligament injuries
- Lipomas, or different soft tissue masses
- Mid-carpal joints
- Muscle damages and injuries (Acute or chronic)
- Pre or post-surgery evaluation for abscess, oedema, or collection
- Soft tissue masses
- Tendinitis or tendon tear (Partial or full-thickness tendon tear)
- Tendinopathy, tenosynovitis, torn ligaments, ruptured tendon
- Tumors and cancers
- Vascular pathologies
- Evaluate Joint spaces, bones and bursas, Tendons and Muscles, Ligaments, vessels and Nerve abnormalities in your wrist
- Take your relevant medical history
- Provide up to 10 minutes consultation
- Explain all findings during and after your ultrasound scan
- Write an official scan report after or within 24 hrs, with appropriate images included in the report
- Recommend a follow-up ultrasound scan if necessary
- Offer GP or specialist referral and a Blood Test if needed
- Also recommend Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injection, Hyaluronic Acid Injection, or Cortisone (Steroid) injections if they are necessary.
- Abnormal fluid or inflammation around the wrist
- Arthritis or other inflammatory diseases around the wrist
- Bony erosion
- Calcification or injury within the muscles, tendons or joints
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Cartilage abnormality
- De Quervain tenosynovitis
- Ganglion cysts
- Joint space abnormalities or irregularities
- Nerve injuries, entrapment, or dislocation
- Reduced Movement
- Synovial thickening or Joint effusion
- Tendon injuries; rupture, tear
- Tendonitis (swelling of the tendon)
- Torn ligament or tendon