Imaging and investigations
Imaging and investigations in Wollongong
Joint Vision provides on-site X-ray and musculoskeletal ultrasound where clinically appropriate, helping relevant clinicians connect investigation findings with assessment, treatment planning and follow-up.
On-site X-ray
May support assessment of fractures, alignment, arthritis and other bony conditions when requested by an appropriate clinician.
Musculoskeletal ultrasound
May assist with selected tendon, muscle, ligament, joint and soft-tissue questions.
Clinical context
Imaging is most useful when interpreted alongside the symptoms, examination and decision being considered.
Connected follow-up
Results can be linked back to the treating specialist, allied health clinician or injury pathway.
When imaging may be used
Investigations should answer a useful question.
Not every patient needs imaging before assessment. The treating clinician can help determine whether a scan or X-ray is likely to change diagnosis, treatment or follow-up.
Fracture and trauma assessment
X-ray may help identify or monitor suitable fractures and guide immobilisation, specialist review or rehabilitation.
Arthritis and alignment
Imaging may help clarify joint-space change, alignment and structural factors relevant to treatment planning.
Tendon and soft-tissue questions
Ultrasound may be useful for selected tendon, muscle, bursal and soft-tissue presentations.
Planning and follow-up
Investigations may be used to support a procedure, surgical decision, treatment response or recovery review.
Musculoskeletal ultrasound performed on site, so the scan and the clinical question stay together.
The digital X-ray suite, used for weight-bearing and standard views.
Scans are performed by a qualified sonographer, not automated.
Positioning is adapted to the person, including limited mobility or significant pain.
Images are reviewed on site and discussed with the clinician managing your care.
Connected pathways
Imaging sits alongside the clinician managing the problem.
The right next step depends on the body area, urgency, referral status and whether the patient already has a treating clinician.
Fractures and Injuries
Prompt assessment for suitable fractures, sprains and sporting injuries.
Explore pathway →Upper limbShoulder to Hand
Imaging connected with upper-limb assessment, treatment and rehabilitation.
Explore pathway →Lower limbHip and Knee
Arthritis, sports injury, fractures and joint-replacement planning.
Explore pathway →Lower limbFoot and Ankle
Foot and ankle structure, arthritis, injury and treatment planning.
Explore pathway →Your next step
Start with the clinician or pathway that fits the problem.
GPs and other referrers can use the verified referral routes. Patients who are unsure can call the patient services team before arranging imaging.