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Sports Ultrasound

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.

Sports Ultrasound

Sports Ultrasound

Overview

What is a Sports Ultrasound?

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.

How Sports Ultrasounds Work

A sports ultrasound involves the following steps:

  • Preparation: The patient may need to expose the area of concern for imaging. A gel is applied to the skin to improve contact between the ultrasound probe and the body.
  • Imaging: A handheld transducer emits high-frequency sound waves that bounce off tissues to create live images on a screen.
  • Analysis: A radiologist or healthcare professional evaluates the images to identify abnormalities or injuries.

The painless procedure typically takes 15-30 minutes and provides valuable insights into soft tissue health.

What to Expect When Having a Sports Ultrasound

  • Before: No special preparation is usually needed. Wear comfortable clothing and be ready to expose the area being examined. Inform the radiographer of any recent injuries or conditions.
  • During: The transducer is moved over the area of concern while live images are displayed on a monitor. You may be asked to move the joint or muscle to assess its functionality.
  • After: The results are interpreted by a specialist, and your doctor will discuss the findings and next steps with you.

Risks and Complications of Sports Ultrasounds

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.

How to Recover Following a Sports Ultrasound

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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  • 1

    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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You can receive this treatment from one of the consultants listed below.

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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.

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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.

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