LivingCare offers precise sports ultrasound imaging for soft tissue injuries. With rapid results and expert care, we help athletes recover efficiently and return to their best.
A sports ultrasound is a diagnostic imaging procedure that uses sound waves to produce detailed images of soft tissues, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. It is a safe, non-invasive method for assessing injuries common in athletes, such as sprains, strains, and muscle tears.
Sports ultrasound is beneficial for athletes of all levels, providing real-time imaging to help with diagnosis and treatment planning. This allows for prompt and precise care, helping athletes return to their activities quickly.
A sports ultrasound involves the following steps:
The painless procedure typically takes 15-30 minutes and provides valuable insights into soft tissue health.
Sports ultrasounds are highly safe as they do not use radiation. The procedure is non-invasive and typically free from side effects. Rarely some patients may experience mild discomfort from the transducer's pressure.
As a non-invasive procedure, no recovery time is required. Patients can resume their normal activities immediately unless the ultrasound reveals an injury requiring further treatment. Your healthcare provider will offer guidance on any necessary follow-up steps or therapy.
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Most routine ultrasound examinations take between 15 and 45 minutes to complete. Simple scans of single organs might be quicker, while comprehensive assessments of multiple areas may take longer. Your appointment time will reflect the specific examination you're having.
Yes, as the procedure is non-invasive and does not require sedation, you can drive home immediately afterwards.
At LivingCare, we aim to provide rapid reporting, with most results available within 24 hours.
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Speak to our teamYou can receive this treatment at any one of the locations below.
Your healthcare journey in 4 easy steps
Get in Touch
Call us on Leeds 0113 2494655 or Sheffield 0114 7005811 or use our online booking form to send your enquiry. Let us know your preferred appointment type, either virtual or face to face, and we will work to find a time that suits you.
We Arrange Your Appointment
If you filled out our online booking form, one of our team will contact you within 2 hours with available appointment options. Once your appointment is booked, you will receive an email confirmation with all the details you need.
Attend Your Appointment
Attend your appointment at your chosen time, either virtually or in person, with one of our highly qualified consultants. If your appointment requires a written report, this will be prepared and sent to you within 48 hours.
Aftercare and Follow-Up
If you need any further tests, treatment or follow-up, we will help arrange these for you. If you require a copy of your report or images, please let us know and we will send these promptly.
You can receive this treatment from one of the consultants listed below.
Explore the various options available for this treatment.
With our self-pay service, there are no waiting lists - consultations are offered within 24 hours, with treatment within a week. All costs, including tests or scans, are quoted upfront with no obligation to proceed. Visit our Prices page for full details.
If using medical insurance, contact your provider to confirm coverage for all treatment stages before your first appointment. You’ll need a referral letter from your GP for a private procedure at The LivingCare Group. Once you have it, either you or your GP can book your first appointment with us.