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  • Home
  • Private Ultrasound Scans
  • Focused Shockwave Therapy
  • Chiropractic Care
  • Rehabilitation Suite
  • Radial Shockwave Therapy
  • Pricing and Cancellations
  • Meet the Team
  • Contact Us

Thigh & Hamstring ultrasound scans in West Wales

Fast, accurate diagnosis for thigh or hamstring pain in Pembrokeshire and West Wales

 Thigh or hamstring pain that won’t settle?

 

Struggling with long-term thigh pain, hamstring tightness, reduced power, or a recent muscle injury can be frustrating - especially when symptoms persist despite rest, rehabilitation, or modified training. In some cases, a physical examination alone doesn’t fully explain what’s really going on. Diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound allows us to look directly at the thigh and hamstring structures in real time, helping to identify the underlying cause of symptoms and guide the most appropriate next steps.


A thigh or hamstring ultrasound scan provides a clear, dynamic view of the muscles, tendons, myotendinous junctions, and surrounding soft tissues - helping you get quick answers and move forward with the right plan for recovery.


 What’s included in your thigh or hamstring ultrasound scan: 


  • Performed by a qualified musculoskeletal sonographer (PgC in Medical Ultrasound)
  • Hospital-grade imaging system (Samsung RS80A)
  • Full report usually within 48-hours
  • No referral needed (referrals are also accepted)
  • Includes clinical consultation and explanation of findings 
  • Safe, comfortable & free from ionising radiation


Book your consultation today - appointments usually available within days.

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Why have a thigh or hamstring ultrasound scan?

Thigh and hamstring pain is common, especially after sport, sudden overstretching, or overuse. Ultrasound shows muscles, tendons and soft tissue structures in high detail and in real time, allowing us to see tears, inflammation, fluid, scar tissue and healing stages.


If you’re experiencing sharp pain, a sudden “pull”, bruising, persistent tightness, loss of strength, or slow recovery after a strain, a diagnostic ultrasound can provide fast, accurate answers.

Common reasons for a thigh or hamstring scan include:

  • Suspected hamstring tear
  • Quadriceps muscle or tendon injury
  • Soft tissue calcification
  • Tendinopathy
  • Persistent tightness or reduced power
  • Haematoma
  • Monitoring healing during rehabilitation

What to expect during your appointment

 You can book directly - no referral needed. If you self-refer, we will begin with a new patient consultation to confirm ultrasound is suitable for your condition.


Your appointment includes:


  • Clinical history and safety screening
  • High-resolution diagnostic ultrasound of the thigh and/or hamstring
  • Full written report, typically within 48 working hours 
  • Real-time explanation of findings
  • Advice on next steps and referral options if required

Why choose us?

 

  • Short waiting times
  • Talk directly to a specialist before, during & after your scan
  • GCC-registered clinician
  • Experienced musculoskeletal sonographer with PgC in Medical Ultrasound
  • Clinical report typically within 48 working hours
  • Evidence-based practice aligned with BMUS & NICE guidance
  • Serving Tenby, Pembrokeshire & all of West Wales
     

We combine accurate diagnosis with clear guidance - so you know exactly what to do next.

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Price

Thigh (quadriceps) or Hamstring Ultrasound Scan – £200
Includes full diagnostic scan, clinical explanation, and written report. 


New to the clinic? Here's what to expect:


  •  If you've not seen us before, you will start with a short new patient consultation (£65) so we can understand your symptoms and confirm a scan is the right next step. In most cases, the scan can be carried out in the same appointment for the additional scan fee above.  When booking, please select 'New Patient Consultation.'
  • Existing patients and anyone referred by a GP, physiotherapist, osteopath, podiatrist or chiropractor can book the scan directly - no consultation needed and the prices above apply. Please contact us if you are being referred, prior to booking.

Related Ultrasound Scans

We also provide diagnostic ultrasound scans for:


  • Shoulder 
  • Elbow & Arm 
  • Wrist & Hand 
  • Knee 
  • Ankle & Foot 
  • Private Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Scans


Related Pages:

  • Radial Shockwave Therapy 
  • Hamstring Tendinopathy 


Following your scan, treatment is available in-house - including Radial Shockwave Therapy, Manual Therapy, and our dedicated Rehabilitation Suite.

Don’t wait weeks for answers - book your private thigh or hamstring ultrasound in Tenby today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

You don't need a confirmed diagnosis before booking - that's what your consultation is for. If you've had a sudden strain, tear, or ongoing tightness that hasn't settled, we will assess your symptoms and advise honestly on whether a scan is likely to help guide your recovery. If a scan isn't needed, we can often still help with hands-on treatment or a tailored rehabilitation plan.


No referral is required - you can book directly. If you're self-referring, your appointment will begin with a short new patient consultation to confirm ultrasound is the right next step. GP, physiotherapist and other clinician referrals are also welcome.


Yes. Ultrasound is very effective for assessing muscle injuries. It can show the size and location of a tear, identify any associated bleeding or scar tissue, and monitor how the injury is healing over time. This information can help guide treatment and provide a more realistic expectation of recovery.


X-rays are excellent for assessing bones and can identify fractures, arthritis, and other bony abnormalities. However, they cannot directly visualise muscles, tendons, ligaments, or most other soft tissues, so they are of limited value when investigating a suspected hamstring or thigh muscle injury.


Ultrasound provides a real-time view of muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues. It can help identify muscle strains, tendon injuries, haematomas (bleeding within the muscle), and other soft tissue abnormalities, making it far more useful than an X-ray for assessing and monitoring many muscle injuries.


For some injuries, particularly deeper structures or more complex cases, MRI may still provide additional information beyond what ultrasound can see.


That's still valuable information. An ultrasound scan can help rule out significant muscle or tendon injury and provide reassurance that you're unlikely to be dealing with a major tear. 


This can help guide rehabilitation, support a safe return to activity, and reduce the uncertainty that often comes with ongoing symptoms.


Appointments are usually available within days, with a full written report typically emailed within 48 working hours.


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