Musculoskeletal Assessment
This appointment is designed for patients who want a clear understanding of their pain, an expert clinical opinion, and a practical plan to move forward. Your assessment is carried out by a specialist musculoskeletal physiotherapist with advanced experience in assessing and managing complex joint, tendon and soft tissue conditions.
It is ideal if your symptoms are ongoing, affecting your daily life, or if you want reassurance and clarity before deciding on further treatment.
What the appointment includes
- A detailed discussion about your symptoms, medical history and how pain is affecting your work, sport and day to day activities.
- A careful, hands-on examination of the area causing concern.
- Clinical testing to assess movement, strength, joint function, load tolerance and how the area behaves during relevant activities.
- A clear explanation of findings.
- Personalised advice and a treatment plan tailored to your needs.
What to expect
Your clinician will take time to listen and understand your concerns before carrying out a thorough physical assessment. The focus is on identifying the true source of your pain, not simply the area where symptoms are felt. Most patients leave the appointment with a clear explanation of what is happening and a confident plan for the next steps.
How it helps
Combine your assessment with ultrasound
Many patients choose to combine their specialist assessment with an ultrasound scan during the same visit. This allows us to confirm clinical findings in real time, look closely at tendons, joints and soft tissues, and make confident decisions about treatment on the day. Our Musculoskeletal Assessment with Ultrasound Scan is the most popular option for patients who want clarity and a clear plan without delay.
Common conditions assessed
- Shoulder pain such as rotator cuff conditions, bursitis and frozen shoulder.
- Elbow conditions including tennis elbow and golferâs elbow.
- Wrist and hand problems such as carpal tunnel syndrome, thumb pain and trigger finger.
- Hip pain including arthritis and greater trochanteric pain syndrome.
- Knee conditions such as arthritis, meniscus-related pain and anterior knee pain.
- Foot and ankle problems including Achilles tendon pain, plantar fasciitis and midfoot pain.
