Keep Moving Without Pain
Whether it is a sudden sports injury, persistent back pain, or the gradual onset of arthritis, musculoskeletal issues can significantly impact your quality of life. At Chalk Stream Medical, we want to help you get back to doing the things you love—whether that is playing a round of golf, running, or simply walking without discomfort.
Our doctors lead active lives themselves—with interests ranging from rugby and motorsport to skiing and running—so they understand the frustration of being sidelined by injury.
Rapid Access to Imaging
Skip the long NHS waiting lists. We can arrange MRI, X-ray, or ultrasound scans through our private imaging partners with fast turnaround.
Comprehensive Assessment
Musculoskeletal problems require a hands-on approach. Our 30-minute standard consultations ensure there is ample time to:
- Take a full history: Understanding the mechanism of injury or the pattern of your pain.
- Examine the joint: A thorough physical examination to test range of motion, stability, and strength.
- Review impact: Discussing how the condition affects your daily life and work.
Conditions We Assess
We offer thorough assessments for a wide range of orthopaedic and musculoskeletal concerns, including:
- Joint Pain: Arthritis (Osteoarthritis/Rheumatoid), gout, and general wear and tear.
- Sports Injuries: Sprains, strains, ligament damage, and tendonitis (e.g., Tennis Elbow, Achilles Tendonitis).
- Spinal Pain: Lower back pain, sciatica, and neck strain.
- Soft Tissue: Bursitis and muscle tears.
Diagnostics & Imaging
One of the main benefits of a private consultation is the ability to bypass long waiting lists for diagnostics. If your condition requires internal investigation, we can provide immediate referrals for:
- MRI Scans: Detailed imaging for soft tissue, ligaments, and discs.
- X-rays: To assess bone health and fractures.
- Ultrasound: For dynamic assessment of tendons and muscles.
We work with local private imaging centres to ensure you get your scan and results quickly, allowing for a faster diagnosis.
Management & Referrals
Once a diagnosis is made, we will work with you to create a recovery plan.
Conservative Management Many conditions can be managed with the right advice, pain relief medication, and rest. We can prescribe appropriate anti-inflammatories or analgesia to help you manage acute pain.
Physiotherapy & Podiatry Rehabilitation is often the key to long-term recovery. We have a network of excellent local physiotherapists and podiatrists to whom we can refer you for structural gait analysis or strengthening programmes.
Orthopaedic Specialists If surgical intervention or a specialist opinion is required, we can refer you to top orthopaedic consultants in Hampshire or London, ensuring you see the right expert for your specific joint problem.
Pricing
Musculoskeletal assessments are charged at our standard consultation rate.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| GP Consultation (30 minutes) | £170 |
| Follow-Up Consultation (20 minutes) | £125 |
Please note: The cost of any external imaging (MRI, X-ray) or private physiotherapy is payable directly to the provider of those services.
