The one-stop ultrasound clinic
Assessment, diagnosis and ultrasound-guided treatment, often within a single appointment
What is point-of-care ultrasound?
Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) uses high-resolution imaging at the bedside to look directly at joints, tendons and soft tissues in real time, with no radiation. It reveals inflammation that an examination alone may miss, allowing a faster, more accurate diagnosis.
Assess
A thorough consultation and clinical examination, with high-resolution ultrasound to look directly at joints, tendons and soft tissues for inflammation.
Diagnose
Ultrasound findings such as synovitis, tenosynovitis, enthesitis or crystal disease are interpreted on the spot to reach a rapid, accurate diagnosis.
Treat
Where appropriate, precise ultrasound-guided aspiration or injection is performed in the same visit, improving accuracy and comfort.
Why ultrasound guidance matters
Injecting under direct ultrasound vision means the medication reaches exactly the intended target, whether a specific joint, tendon sheath or bursa, rather than relying on landmarks alone. This improves both accuracy and your comfort, and helps confirm the diagnosis at the same time.
- Ultrasound assessment for synovitis, tenosynovitis, enthesitis and crystal arthritis
- Ultrasound-guided joint aspirations and injections
- Real-time imaging with no radiation exposure
- Fewer visits, as diagnosis and treatment can happen together
Point-of-care scanning informs the assessment there and then; images are not recorded or kept unless arranged with you beforehand, and your notes record what was scanned, what was found and what was decided.
Could a one-stop clinic help you?
If you have joint pain, swelling or a flare, an ultrasound-integrated appointment may bring answers and treatment in one visit
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