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Private Musculoskeletal Radiology Services

Comprehensive diagnostic imaging and minimally invasive interventional procedures, performed by consultant musculoskeletal radiologists across two Bristol locations.

Diagnostic Imaging

Advanced imaging modalities

Six imaging modalities available across both hospital sites, all performed and reported by consultant musculoskeletal radiologists.

X-ray

First-line investigation for bone and joint abnormalities with minimal radiation exposure.

Ultrasound

Painless high-frequency sound waves producing detailed muscle, tendon, and ligament images.

MRI

Non-radioactive scanning showing injury or disease in joint structures. Scans take 30–60 minutes.

Arthrograms

Contrast injection into joints to enhance imaging of smaller structures.

CT

Fine-detailed images of bones and joints using a special X-ray machine. Scans take 5–15 minutes.

Fluoroscopy

Real-time moving X-ray pictures ensuring correct needle positioning for interventional procedures.

Interventional Procedures

Image-guided treatments

Minimally invasive therapeutic procedures performed under image guidance for precise needle placement and targeted treatment.

Image Guided Steroid Injections

Targeted anti-inflammatory injections into joints or soft tissues under X-ray, ultrasound, or CT guidance.

Nerve Root Block Injection

Injection around the nerve root to relieve pain, sciatica, and paraesthesia.

Facet Joint Injections

Steroid and local anaesthetic injected into spinal joints for back pain relief.

Hydrodilatation for Frozen Shoulder

Fluid injection to stretch the contracted capsule and restore movement.

Barbotage Therapy

Ultrasound-guided removal of tendon calcification, most commonly in the shoulder.

Brisement Therapy

High-volume injection to break up scar tissue in painful tendons.

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