Joint Reconstruction Unit Services 

The RNOH Imaging Service offers synnovial biopsy services, a novel investigation for query infection arthroplasty patients.

PEDcat Unit

The imaging services is also the first service in the UK to have implemented a PEDcat unit, which provides novel upright, weight bearing imaging of the ankle and foot using a low-dose CAT scanning technology. For further information, go to 3D Foot Scanner.

Metal-on-Metal Service (MK, RH)

The Imaging Services supports the Trust monitoring for patients with Painful metal-on-metal bearings in hip replacements (MoM) in line with the MHRA guidelines.

Sports and Exercise Medicine

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections, another novel treatment in the industry, are offered by the RNOH Trust Imaging Services to support patients for the management of tendinopathy.

Spinal Services

The Imaging Services has a close relationship with the specialist spine surgeons in the Trust, who treat adult and paediatric scoliosis, degenerative spine disease conditions, trauma and rehabilitation. To support these services, our consultants perform a range of spinal interventional techniques, including facet joint injections and spinal nerve root blocks.

Private patient external referrals are accepted for facet joint and spinal nerve root blocks, appointments can be offered outside of normal working hours.