Diagnostic Musculoskeletal (MSK) Ultrasound Scans in Bristol
Accurate real-time imaging for muscle, tendon, ligament and joint injuries at The Hanham Clinic.
Performed by qualified MSK Sonographers
Fast private appointments in Bristol
Same clinic as your chiropractic & injection team
£149 scan including report
Call us on: 07946 426514
Email us: info@hanhamclinic.co.uk
Based at Hanham Hall, Whittucks Road, Bristol, BS15 3FR
Existing Patients – Please Book Via Our App:
What conditions can MSK ultrasound diagnose?
MSK ultrasound is particularly effective for assessing soft tissue and joint-related problems, including:
Shoulder
- Rotator cuff tears and tendinopathy
- Shoulder impingement
- AC joint inflammation
Elbow & Wrist
- Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
- Golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis)
- Tendon and ligament injuries
Knee
- Patellar tendinopathy (jumper’s knee)
- Meniscal and soft tissue abnormalities
- Bursitis
Foot & Ankle
- Achilles tendinopathy or rupture
- Plantar fasciitis
- Ligament sprains
Soft Tissue Injuries
- Muscle tears and strains
- Bursitis
- Fluid collections and swelling
If you’re unsure whether your condition requires an MRI, Ultrasound or other imaging, please get in touch with us and our team can advise you appropriately.
Contact The Hanham Clinic
Call us on: 07946 426514 or Email us: info@hanhamclinic.co.uk
Why choose MSK ultrasound at The Hanham Clinic?
Our MSK ultrasound service is designed to provide fast, accurate diagnostic insight that directly informs your treatment pathway.
- Real-time, dynamic imaging for accurate diagnosis
- No radiation exposure
- Immediate correlation between symptoms and imaging findings
- Integrated care pathway with rehabilitation and injection treatments
- Private, fast-access appointments in Bristol
- Clinically focused reporting to support treatment decisions
Who performs your scan?
Your scan is carried out by a qualified musculoskeletal practitioner with specialist training in diagnostic ultrasound imaging.
Our in-house scans are currently carried out by either Monika Dobrowolska, or Dean Matthews who are both dually qualified as Chiropractors and as Diagnostic MSK Sonographers, following further post-graduate Masters level training in Diagnostic MSK ultrasound at University level.
Our clinicians have extensive experience in MSK assessment and work within a wider clinical team that includes chiropractic, rehabilitation, and injection-based treatments. This integrated approach ensures that your scan results directly support your ongoing care plan.
What to expect during your MSK ultrasound scan
Your appointment is structured to ensure a thorough and clinically meaningful assessment:
- Clinical history review – We discuss your symptoms, injury history, and previous treatments
- Targeted ultrasound examination – Real-time imaging of the affected area
- Dynamic assessment – Movement-based scanning where required
- Diagnostic interpretation – Immediate clinical correlation of findings
- Report and recommendations – Guidance on next steps, including treatment options or referral if needed
Private MSK ultrasound scans in Bristol
We provide private musculoskeletal ultrasound scans for patients across Bristol and surrounding areas including Kingswood, Hanham, Longwell Green, and Emersons Green.
Our service is designed for individuals seeking fast diagnosis without long NHS waiting times.
Pricing & appointments
MSK Ultrasound Scan
£149 (including clinical report)
- Self-referral accepted
- No GP referral required
- Same-week appointments often available
FAQs About Diagnostic Musculoskeletal (MSK) Ultrasound Scans in Bristol | The Hanham Clinic
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book directly without a GP referral.
Although many people receive a diagnostic scan following a referral from another healthcare practitioner, you do not need a referral and can in fact self-refer for a scan, by visiting our booking page.
If you have self-referred, we will call you prior to your appointment to confirm that a diagnostic ultrasound scan is an appropriate course of action based upon your symptoms.
Is MSK ultrasound safe?
There is no radiation emitted from an ultrasound scan; ultrasound scanners emit sound waves into the body at varying frequencies- and the speeds at which these signals return to the machine are interpreted to form a diagnostic image.
How long does it take to get an appointment?
We are usually able to provide an appointment for an ultrasound scan within one week. You can view our availability for a diagnostic MSK ultrasound scan by visiting our booking page.
What happens after my scan?
Send Us A Message
From Hanham High Street, turn onto Whittucks Road (at the Blue Bowl pub). Continue for around 300yds, passing Hanham GP Surgery (on your left). Roman Way and Rogers Court are the next two left hand turnings after Hanham Surgery and either of these provide free parking, subject to availability.
Hanham Hall is the large white Grade II listing building that you will see immediately as you approach Roman Way, that is just slightly set back from the main road.
Our Address is: The Hanham Clinic, Units 1A & 1B Hanham Hall, Whittucks Road, Hanham Bristol, BS15 3FR
The Hanham Clinic (in Bristol) is located within Hanham Hall, on Whittucks Road. Access to our clinic is from the far side of the building (on the opposite side to the Nursery), so you will need to walk around the outside of the building to gain access from the double doors overlooking the lawn.
You can call us on: 07946 426514 or email: info@hanhamclinic.co.uk
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