Physiotherapy & MSK Ultrasound Assessment in Colton, Leeds
Expert Physiotherapy Assessment. MSK Ultrasound
Understand your pain. Get a clear plan for recovery.
At Light Joints Physiotherapy in Colton, we combine physiotherapy assessment with MSK Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS).
Our physiotherapists use focused, real-time ultrasound imaging alongside your physical examination to help assess selected muscle, tendon and joint problems.
You’ll receive a clear explanation of your findings and a personalised rehabilitation plan.
what can we assess?
Our Colton clinic assesses a range of muscle, tendon and joint problems.
POCUS is a focused ultrasound assessment. Not every condition requires imaging.
We do not scan the neck, spine, lower back or lumps and bumps.
Physiotherapy + MSK Ultrasound
£95
- Physiotherapy Assessment
- MSK Point-of-Care Ultrasound
- Clear Explanation of Findings
- Personalised Treatment Plan
No GP referral Required l For adults aged 18+
Not Suitable for Neck, Lower Back, Spine or Lumps & Bumps
Why Choose Light Joints in Colton?
Rather than focusing on one treatment, we focus on understanding your problem and helping you choose the right treatment for you.
- Convenient Colton Clinic
- HCPC-Registered Physiotherapists
- Trusted Across Leeds & Bradford
- Personalised Rehabilitation Included
How Your Assessment Works
Assess
We discuss your symptoms and examine your movement, strength and physical function.
Scan
We use MSK Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) to examine selected muscles, tendons and soft tissues.
Explain
Your physiotherapist explains the findings and what they mean for your symptoms.
Treat & Rehab
Receive a personalised rehabilitation plan based on your needs and goals.
What Is MSK Ultrasound (POCUS)?
At Light Joints Physiotherapy in Colton, we combine expert physiotherapy assessment with Musculoskeletal Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) to examine selected muscles, tendons and soft tissues in real time.
This helps us understand your symptoms and create a personalised rehabilitation plan, all in one appointment.
Our MSK ultrasound is part of your physiotherapy assessment, not a standalone scanning service.
Meet our Team
Expert Clinicans
Daniel Thomson
Clinic Director · Chartered Physiotherapist
Cameron Thomson
Chartered Physiotherapist
Fae Clarke
Chartered Physiotherapist
Our partner's
Where to find us
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FAQ’s
Frequently Asked Questions: Physiotherapy & MSK Ultrasound in Colton
Yes. Light Joints Physiotherapy provides Musculoskeletal (MSK) Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) as part of physiotherapy assessments at our Colton clinic in Leeds.
No. We provide MSK ultrasound as part of a combined physiotherapy assessment, not as a standalone scanning service.
Our combined physiotherapy and MSK ultrasound assessment costs £95. This includes a clinical examination, POCUS where clinically indicated, an explanation of findings and a personalised rehabilitation plan.
No. You can book directly with Light Joints Physiotherapy in Colton, Leeds, without a GP referral.
POCUS is a focused ultrasound examination performed by a trained clinician during your physiotherapy assessment. It uses sound waves to examine selected muscles, tendons and other soft tissues in real time.
MSK ultrasound can help assess selected tendon injuries, muscle problems, bursitis and certain ligament injuries. Common areas include the shoulder, knee, hip, elbow, wrist and ankle.
POCUS uses the same ultrasound technology but focuses on specific clinical questions during your physiotherapy assessment. It does not replace every type of comprehensive diagnostic ultrasound or MRI examination.
POCUS is included in our combined assessment service and performed when clinically indicated. Your physiotherapist will explain whether ultrasound imaging is useful for your symptoms.
Yes. MSK ultrasound is non-invasive and uses sound waves rather than ionising radiation. It does not involve needles or injections.
Yes. POCUS can help assess selected sports injuries involving muscles, tendons and ligaments. Your physiotherapist will interpret the findings alongside your symptoms and physical examination.
We allow up to 60 minutes for your combined physiotherapy and MSK ultrasound assessment, depending on your clinical needs.
Light Joints Physiotherapy is located inside Jetts Fitness, 5b Stile Hill Way, Colton, Leeds, LS15 9JB. Free on-site parking is available.
Our Colton clinic welcomes patients from Cross Gates, Whitkirk, Garforth, Seacroft, Halton, Temple Newsam and surrounding East Leeds areas.
Book online or call 0113 873 0766. Select our Colton clinic when booking your physiotherapy and MSK ultrasound assessment.