No referral • No waiting

Joint Ultrasound in Ljubljana

Diagnosis of joint inflammations, injuries, and degenerative changes

Price: €90 (self-pay)

Book an appointment 01 777 42 55

Appointment within 24–48 hours

No referral

Self-pay service

Appointment in 24–48h

No waiting lists

Immediate results

With doctor's explanation

Safe and painless

No radiation

What is joint ultrasound?

Joint ultrasound provides a detailed insight into the condition of joints, surrounding tissues, and fluids in joint cavities.

With this non-invasive examination, the doctor detects:

Arthritis – joint inflammation
Bursitis – inflammation of the bursa
Effusion – fluid in the joint
Rheumatoid arthritis – early detection
Injuries – cartilage, ligaments
Degenerative changes – osteoarthritis
Ultrasound diagnostics

Modern ultrasound equipment

When is joint ultrasound recommended?

  • Joint pain
  • Joint swelling
  • Redness and warmth
  • Limited movement
  • Suspected rheumatoid arthritis
  • Treatment monitoring
  • Joint injury
  • Injection guidance
  • Fluid aspiration

We explain the results immediately after the examination

How is the examination conducted?

Joint ultrasound is a completely painless and safe examination that lasts about 15–25 minutes:

1
You sit or lie down, depending on the joint being examined.
2
The doctor applies a clear gel to the skin.
3
The probe examines the joint at rest and during movement.
4
Dynamic assessment shows changes during movement.
5
After the examination, you receive the results and explanation.
Ultrasound does not use radiation and allows early detection of inflammatory changes.

Preparation for joint ultrasound

No special preparation is needed for joint ultrasound:

No fasting
You can eat and drink normally.
Comfortable clothing
Wear clothes that allow access to the joint being examined.
Bring documentation
Previous reports, X-ray or MRI images, lab results.
Describe the issue
Tell the doctor when the problems started and how they manifest.

Frequently Asked Questions

The price of a joint ultrasound at Ultrazdravje is €90. It is a self-pay service without a referral. You can get an appointment within 24–48 hours.

All joints can be examined with ultrasound: shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, and ankle joint. The examination is excellent for detecting inflammations, effusions, and injuries.

No, a referral is not needed. All our services are self-pay, so you can book directly.

Ultrasound of the joints is an excellent first examination, which is faster and cheaper than MRI. For some structures (e.g., meniscus), MRI may be necessary as an additional examination.

Ultrasound of the joints takes approximately 15–20 minutes. You receive the report with an explanation immediately after the examination.

You receive the results immediately after the examination. The doctor will explain the findings to you and give you a written report.

Price and Booking

Ultrasound of the Joints

90 €

Self-pay service without referral

  • Examination of the desired joint
  • Report immediately after examination
  • Explanation of results with the doctor
  • No waiting lines
  • Appointment in 24–48 hours
Book an appointment online Call: 01 777 42 55

Contact and Location

Ultrazdravje d.o.o.

Štihova ulica 3, 1000 Ljubljana

01 777 42 55

info@ultrazdravje.si

Working hours: Mon–Fri: 9:00–16:00

You can also book via Facebook Messenger, Instagram, or Telegram.

Other Ultrasound Examinations at Ultrazdravje

Muscle Ultrasound
Limb Ultrasound
Soft Tissue Ultrasound
All Examinations

Book an Ultrasound of the Joints

No waiting, no referral. Appointment this week.

Book an appointment online Call: 01 777 42 55

Štihova ulica 3, Ljubljana | Mon–Fri: 9:00–16:00

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