Hip Ultrasound Scan

Hip Ultrasound Scan – MedHealth Ultrasound

The MedHealth Hip Ultrasound provides a detailed evaluation of the soft-tissue structures around the hip and upper thigh, including muscles, tendons, bursae and joint recesses. This scan is ideal for patients with hip pain, groin pain, reduced movement, swelling, or suspected soft-tissue injury.

What does the Hip Scan include?

• Same-day verbal results

• Digital written report within 24–48 hours

• Performed by highly experienced MSK sonographers

• Early detection of soft-tissue and joint problems

Objective of the Hip Ultrasound

The hip ultrasound aims to assess the soft-tissue structures surrounding the hip joint and upper thigh. Although the hip contains significant bony anatomy, many common causes of hip pain originate from tendons, muscles, bursae and soft-tissue inflammation — all of which can be clearly visualised on ultrasound.

The scan is quick, painless, and completely safe, and results will be explained to you immediately after your appointment.

What the Hip Scan Can Assess

• Hip joint recess (fluid/effusion)

• Femoral head and neck surface

• Surrounding tendons and muscles

• Trochanteric bursa

• Iliopsoas bursa

• Gluteal tendons

• Soft-tissue swelling

• Superficial masses or lumps

• Haematomas

• Neurovascular structures (limited)

What is a Hip Ultrasound?

A hip ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to examine the soft tissues around the hip area. Although the hip joint itself contains deep bony structures, ultrasound is extremely effective at identifying:

Soft-tissue injury

• Tendon tears or tendinopathy

• Muscle strains

• Gluteal tendon pathology

• Trochanteric pain syndrome

Inflammatory conditions

• Bursitis (trochanteric or iliopsoas)

• Synovial inflammation

Fluid and swelling

• Joint effusions

• Haematomas

• Soft-tissue swelling

Post-injury changes

• Acute trauma

• Overuse irritation

• Post-surgical complications

Ultrasound is commonly used when hip pain persists despite a normal X-ray, as it can identify soft-tissue abnormalities that may not be seen on other imaging.

Reasons to Have a Hip Ultrasound

You may benefit from a hip scan if you have:

• Hip pain or stiffness

• Groin pain radiating into the thigh

• Outer-hip pain or tenderness

• Reduced movement

• Pain when walking, climbing stairs or lying on your side

• Hip or thigh swelling

• Suspected bursitis

• Buttock or lateral thigh pain

• A lump or soft-tissue mass

• Post-surgical swelling or unresolved discomfort

• Suspected haematoma after injury

• Unclear findings following an X-ray

What the Hip Scan Can Detect

Our hip ultrasound can help diagnose:

• Trochanteric bursitis

• Iliopsoas bursitis

• Gluteal tendinopathy or tears

• Muscle tears (thigh or hip girdle)

• Soft-tissue injuries

• Traumatic swelling or haematoma

• Inflammation around the hip joint

• Joint effusion (fluid in the joint)

• Overuse injuries

• Early arthritic changes (soft-tissue correlation)

• Localised lumps, cysts or masses

• Infection indicators (where visible)

Benefits of a Hip Ultrasound

• Safe and non-invasive – no radiation and no discomfort

• Real-time imaging – allows assessment of movement and pain response

• High-resolution soft-tissue detail – ideal for tendons and bursa

• Quick access to results – same-day explanation

• Useful for guided treatment – ensures accurate needle placement for injections

• Cost-effective alternative to MRI for many soft-tissue problems

• No preparation required

Hip ultrasound is widely used in both sports medicine and general practice for fast, reliable assessment of soft-tissue hip conditions.

Why Choose MedHealth for Your Hip Scan

• Highly trained MSK sonographers with extensive clinical experience

• Clear, easy-to-understand explanation of findings

• Modern ultrasound equipment for detailed, reliable imaging

• Trusted by private GPs, physiotherapists, osteopaths and sports clinicians

• Convenient appointments with minimal waiting times

• Professional and supportive patient care in a calm environment

Your scan will be performed with care, accuracy and time to ensure you fully understand your results.

How to Prepare

• No specific preparation required

• Please wear comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the hip region

• If receiving a guided injection, we advise not driving immediately afterwards

We may request your GP or healthcare provider details to share your report when appropriate.

Price

£149