Musculoskeletal (MSK)
A bursa ultrasound assesses inflamed bursae around the hip, knee, elbow and heel. Same-day, doctor-led private ultrasound in Whitechapel, East London — near Canary Wharf & the City. No GP referral needed, one flat fee, with a written report.
Musculoskeletal ultrasound (one joint) £200
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Reported on-site. Your scan is performed and reported the same visit by our experienced sonographer — so you leave with your written report, instead of waiting days for an external centre to read it.
What this scan is for
A bursa ultrasound assesses inflamed bursae around the hip, knee, elbow and heel. It is a safe, painless scan that uses sound waves — no radiation — and is interpreted by an experienced clinician who provides a clear written report.
A bursa ultrasound assesses inflamed bursae — the small fluid-filled cushions around joints — at the hip, knee, elbow and heel. It is used for a swelling over a joint, pain and tenderness over a bony point, suspected bursitis, or before a guided injection. Ultrasound confirms bursitis, measures the fluid and can guide an accurate injection at the same visit where appropriate.
Conditions
A bursa ultrasound at Tower Bridge Hospital is commonly used to look for and assess:
Your scan is interpreted by an experienced clinician who explains the findings in a clear written report, with advice on any next steps. A normal scan is often just as valuable — giving you firm reassurance.
Musculoskeletal ultrasound (one joint) — £200. Written report included.
Reasons for a scan
People commonly have a bursa ultrasound for reasons such as:
What to expect
No preparation is needed.
Wear clothing that allows access to the affected joint.
If an injection is being considered, mention any blood-thinning medication when you book.
Your scan takes around 15–30 minutes.
During the scan a small amount of warm gel is applied and the probe is moved gently over the area.
It is painless and there is no radiation.
You will receive a doctor-led written report, usually the same day or shortly afterwards, with clear advice on any next steps.
We are open 7 days a week, 9am–7pm, with same-day and walk-in appointments in Whitechapel, East London.
Price & booking
One flat fee. Every diagnostic ultrasound is the same price — we do not itemise or add a separate report fee. See our price list for the current fee.
Prices from our published price list; the exact fee for your scan is confirmed before you book.
Your imaging team
Ultrasound at Tower Bridge Hospital is shared across our imaging team, and your scan is allocated to the most appropriate clinician for the examination requested.
Performs diagnostic ultrasound in house at the clinic across abdominal, pelvic, musculoskeletal, vascular and Doppler studies. Carries out the scan, captures the images and works with the reporting team so you get clear answers quickly.
Specialist Radiologist (GMC 7138474, FRCR) providing diagnostic and musculoskeletal ultrasound and ultrasound-guided procedures, following assessment. English & Turkish.
Common questions
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Yes. Ultrasound reliably shows an inflamed, fluid-filled bursa and measures it, confirming bursitis and distinguishing it from other causes of joint swelling.
Where appropriate, an ultrasound-guided injection places the medication accurately into the bursa. This is arranged with the relevant specialist and discussed with you first.
We charge one flat fee for any diagnostic ultrasound, with no itemising and no separate report fee. See our fees page for the current price.
No referral is needed for most scans — you can book directly. A small number of specialist scans are done on referral; we will tell you clearly if that applies.
Most scans take 15–30 minutes and you receive a doctor-led written report, usually the same day or shortly afterwards.
At our clinic on Whitechapel Road, London E1 — near Aldgate, the City and Canary Wharf. Same-day and walk-in appointments are available, 7 days a week, 9am–7pm.
Tower Bridge Hospital is at 97–99 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1DT — a few minutes’ walk from Aldgate East and Whitechapel stations, and easy to reach from the City, Liverpool Street, Shoreditch, Canary Wharf and London Bridge.
Often, yes — we have direct agreements with Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality, Aviva and Cigna. Coverage depends on your policy and authorisation, and some insurers need a GP referral first. See insurance partners.
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Same-day & short notice
Same-day and short-notice ultrasound appointments are often available — call to confirm. Book online, call reception or message us on WhatsApp.
97–99 Whitechapel Road, E1 1DT — convenient from Aldgate, Aldgate East, City of London, Liverpool Street, Shoreditch, Bethnal Green, Canary Wharf, London Bridge and across Tower Hamlets and East London.
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Musculoskeletal ultrasound (one joint) — £200, performed in house in Whitechapel.
Written report included. No GP referral needed. Open 7 days, 9am–7pm.
In an emergency, call 999. Tower Bridge Hospital London is not an emergency service. Your nearest A&E is The Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel Road E1 1FR — about 5 minutes’ walk from our front door.
Areas we serve
Our bursa ultrasound scan service at Whitechapel, E1 cares for patients from right across London and East London, the City and the Docklands — including Aldgate, Bethnal Green, Bow, Shoreditch, Canary Wharf, Stratford, Bermondsey and the surrounding areas. Same-day and walk-in appointments are available and you do not need a GP referral.
Easy to reach — minutes from the Royal London Hospital and Aldgate East, Whitechapel, Aldgate and Liverpool Street stations, and one stop from Canary Wharf on the Elizabeth line.
Looking for a bursa ultrasound near me?
If you are searching for a bursa ultrasound near me, or a private ultrasound clinic near me in Whitechapel, the City, Canary Wharf or anywhere in East London, our practice is on your doorstep — walk-in and same-day appointments, no GP referral, and no long NHS waiting list.
Book a same-day appointment or call 020 7916 0029. See our transparent fees. Open 7 days a week, 9am–7pm. Private clinic on Whitechapel Road, London E1 — serving Tower Hamlets, Hackney, Newham, Islington, the City of London and Southwark.
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