Paying for Yourself (Preferred Option)
Most patients choose to self-fund their treatment. We accept:
- Bank Transfers
- Credit/Debit Cards
- Cash (in person only)
Bone scans
Our specialized bone scans precisely evaluate joint integrity, bone metabolism, and early degenerative changes in musculoskeletal systems. This advanced diagnostic tool is essential for creating targeted joint preservation treatment plans.
- About
- Identifies metabolic bone activity (not just structure)
- Referrals
- Not Needed
- Booking
- Instant-book option available
- Cost
- £199 Lincolnshire
Who it suits
Suitable for
- Stem Cell Joint Therapy
- Sports-Related Bone Stress Injuries
- Prosthetic Joint Complications
Treatment overview
Our bone-and-joint-optimized scans go beyond standard nuclear medicine by specifically analyzing:
Joint-Specific Tracer Uptake Patterns
- Quantifies metabolic activity at cartilage-bone interfaces
- Flags early osteoarthritic changes 6-12 months before X-ray detection
Surgical Guidance Data
3D SPECT/CT fusion imaging pinpoints exact areas needing:
- Targeted joint injections
- Focal cartilage repair
- Bone graft placement
- Whole-body assessment in a single scan
- Early detection of metabolic bone changes
- High sensitivity for occult fractures
- Guides treatment plans for cancer/infections
Cost and paying
How to Pay
We offer a range of flexible payment options to make your treatment experience smooth and stress-free.
Instalment Plans
We’ve partnered with GoCardless to offer interest-free instalment options. You can easily set up a Direct Debit to spread the cost of your treatment over time.
Finance Options
Looking for a financing plan? You can apply through Kandoo, our trusted finance partner.
- Instant online decision
- No impact on your credit score
- Multiple lenders for competitive rates
Private Medical Insurance (Limited Availability)
We work with a small number of approved insurance providers. However, due to restrictions from many insurers, not all treatments are covered. Please check with your insurer and speak to our team before booking to avoid disappointment.
What happens
Treatment Booking Process
- 01
Online booking/call
Use our website to book an initial consultation, or give us a call.
- 02
Consultation
Our doctors might request you arrange a scan before your initial consultation. Or, they’ll chat with you (face to face or online) and recommend a scan after your initial consultation, if they think you need one.
- 03
Treatment
Once your scan results have been reviewed, and your doctor has explained your options, you will be booked in for treatment.
- 04
Rehab
Following your treatment, your doctor will give you rehab recommendations.
- 05
Follow Up
You will be booked in for a follow-up consultation, so your doctor can check your progress. You might need further rehab after this consultation.
- 06
Discharge
Once your doctor is happy with your recovery, you will be discharged. After discharge, we are always here for further questions or support, should you need it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How safe is the radioactive tracer?
Why the long wait between injection and scanning?
Will my arthritis affect the results?
London Cartilage Clinic
Looking for Treatment in London?
We now offer select services at our Harley Street London clinic through the London Cartilage Clinic, led by internationally recognised surgeon Professor Paul Lee.
Specialist in Cartilage Repair & Joint Preservation
Our London clinic offers advanced treatments like cartilage regeneration and joint preservation to help patients avoid or delay joint replacement.
Harley Street Clinic
Located in Central London, our clinic provides convenient access to world-class musculoskeletal care without long NHS wait times.
Transparent Pricing & Direct Booking
If you would like to be seen in Central London, visit our London Clinic page for pricing, available treatments, and to book directly online.
Faster Recovery Outcomes
Our Harley Street clinic uses cutting-edge techniques designed to reduce downtime and support faster, more effective recovery, getting you back to your lifestyle sooner.
Free discovery call
Book a free Discovery Call
Don’t wait to find relief. Whether it’s a consultation, scan, or treatment, we’re ready to help. Book a call with the admin team to discuss.
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Talk to our team about your options
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