Ultrasound Health Blog
Expert advice, clinical insights, and patient guidance on ultrasound-scan services, pregnancy monitoring, and diagnostic imaging.
What to Expect at Your First Pregnancy Ultrasound-Scan
A comprehensive guide to preparing for and understanding your first pregnancy ultrasound-scan, from booking to receiving results.
Understanding DVT Symptoms: When to Seek Urgent Assessment
Recognising the warning signs of deep vein thrombosis and understanding when immediate medical assessment is required.
Early Pregnancy Scans: 6 Weeks vs 8 Weeks - Which is Right for You?
Comparing early pregnancy ultrasound-scan timing to help you choose the optimal gestation for reassurance and accurate results.
Rotator Cuff Injuries: How Ultrasound-Scans Diagnose Shoulder Pain
Understanding how MSK ultrasound-scans detect rotator cuff tears, tendinopathy, and bursitis without radiation or invasive procedures.
Carotid Artery Scans: Assessing Your Stroke Risk
How carotid Doppler ultrasound-scans detect arterial narrowing and plaque build-up to evaluate stroke risk and guide prevention.
Gender Reveal Scans: Accuracy, Timing, and What to Expect
Everything you need to know about baby gender determination ultrasound-scans, from optimal timing to accuracy rates.
Ultrasound-Guided Injections vs Landmark Technique: Why Precision Matters
Comparing ultrasound-guided and blind injection techniques for joint and soft tissue treatments, and why real-time imaging improves outcomes.
Private vs NHS Ultrasound-Scans: Understanding Your Options
Comparing private and NHS ultrasound-scan services, including waiting times, costs, and what's included in each pathway.
Third Trimester Growth Scans: Monitoring Your Baby's Development
Understanding growth and wellbeing ultrasound-scans in late pregnancy, including when they're recommended and what they assess.
Knee Pain Diagnosis: What MSK Ultrasound-Scans Can Reveal
How musculoskeletal ultrasound-scans identify meniscal tears, ligament injuries, arthritis, and other causes of knee pain.