How Much Does a Scoliosis Scan Cost?
In the UK, the cost of a private scoliosis scan depends on the type of imaging and what is included. At ScanAlign in London, every scan includes a standing, whole-body EOS image and a detailed radiographer report. For patients travelling from abroad, the price is confirmed during the free video consultation. You can find out more and book a scan directly, and you do not need a referral from your doctor.
Key takeaways
- A private scoliosis assessment is a self-pay service. You do not need a referral from your doctor.
- ScanAlign's EOS scan uses about 90% less radiation than a standard X-ray, around ten times less.
- Every scan includes a full standing image and a written report with alignment findings.
- You can share your report with your doctor, consultant or physiotherapist back home to guide next steps.
What is included in a private scoliosis scan?
A private scoliosis assessment at ScanAlign includes more than just an image. You get a complete standing whole-body EOS scan, a report from a specialist radiographer, and clear guidance on next steps.
One EOS image from head to feet, taken while you stand naturally under your own weight.
A written report from a specialist diagnostic radiographer. It covers your spinal curves, your alignment and any areas of concern.
Your images and report belong to you. You can share them with your doctor, surgeon or physiotherapist to plan any treatment.
If your clinician needs a Cobb angle measurement or other specific alignment data, this is part of the standard assessment. There is no hidden extra charge.
Why does a standing scan matter for scoliosis?
A standing scan shows your spine under the same forces it handles all day. When you lie down for a conventional X-ray, CT or MRI, your muscles relax and gravity is removed. This can make a spinal curve look smaller than it really is.
Your body is a connected chain from your feet to your head. A curve in the mid-spine might cause one hip to sit higher, and this changes how your knee bears weight. A standing, whole-body image captures all of these links at once. This is why ScanAlign, standing EOS imaging in Harley Street, uses EOS technology for scoliosis assessments.
When MRI is the better choice: EOS is excellent at showing bones, joints and overall alignment. If your clinician suspects a disc problem, nerve compression or a soft-tissue issue, MRI is usually the more suitable test. Your report will say if further imaging is recommended.
How do I book a scoliosis scan?
Booking is simple. You do not need a referral from your doctor, and you can book yourself at any time.
Free video consultation
Start with a short video call, with no obligation. You can join from home. A specialist radiographer reviews your history and confirms whether an EOS scan is the right next step for you.
Your scan appointment
You come to 19 Harley Street, London. The EOS scan itself is quick, painless and uses about 90% less radiation than a standard X-ray, around ten times less.
Specialist report
Your images are analysed and a detailed report is written. It covers your spinal alignment and any findings.
Share and plan
You receive your report and images. You can share them with any clinician you choose, including back home, to guide treatment decisions.
Ready to find out what is going on with your spine?
Book a free video consultationHow does a scoliosis scan cost compare to other imaging?
Private imaging costs vary a lot. They depend on the type of scan, the clinic and what the price includes. Some clinics charge separately for the scan and the report. At ScanAlign, the report is always included.
For more on EOS scan cost, including what you pay for and how it compares to other private imaging options, see our dedicated cost page. For patients travelling from abroad, the price is confirmed during the free video consultation.
- Standing whole-body EOS image
- Specialist radiographer report
- Alignment and curve analysis
- Digital images you can share
- No doctor's referral needed
- Report charged separately
- Lying-down imaging only
- Scans of one region that miss the bigger picture
- Doctor's referral needed before booking
Before you start treatment, or change the one you are on, it is worth getting a detailed diagnosis. Knowing whether the cause sits in your pelvis, your legs or your spine changes what will actually help.
Frequently asked questions about scoliosis scan cost
Costs vary between clinics in the UK. For patients travelling from abroad, the ScanAlign price is confirmed during the free video consultation. You can find out more and book a scan directly on our booking page. The price includes the scan and the specialist report.
No. ScanAlign is a self-referral clinic. You can book directly without seeing your doctor first.
Yes. Every ScanAlign scan includes a full report from a specialist radiographer covering your alignment findings. There is no extra charge for the report.
ScanAlign is a self-pay service. Some insurance providers may pay you back, but this depends on your policy. We recommend checking with your insurer before booking.
EOS captures a full standing image from head to feet in one scan. It uses about 90% less radiation than a standard X-ray, around ten times less. Conventional X-rays are usually taken lying down and may only cover one region of the spine.
Yes. EOS uses about 90% less radiation than a standard X-ray. This makes it especially suitable for conditions like scoliosis, where repeat imaging may be needed over time.
Your report covers the overall alignment of your spine, pelvis and lower limbs. It identifies any curves and notes how your body compensates. You can share it with any treating clinician.
The EOS scan itself is very quick. Your full appointment, including preparation and positioning, is generally short and simple.
Absolutely. Your images and report belong to you. You can share them with your doctor, orthopaedic surgeon, physiotherapist or any other clinician involved in your care.
Standing scans show your spine under its normal load. This gives a more consistent baseline for comparison. Because EOS uses significantly less radiation, it is also more suitable for the repeat scans that monitoring requires.
Find out what your spine is really doing
Start with a free video consultation, with no obligation, from wherever you are. A specialist radiographer will help you decide if a standing scoliosis scan is the right next step.
Book a free video consultationWritten by Abbas Dhami (Specialist Diagnostic Radiographer)
Sources
- NHS. Scoliosis: Overview. nhs.uk/conditions/scoliosis/
- Deschênes S, et al. Diagnostic imaging of spinal deformities: reducing patients' radiation dose with a new slot-scanning X-ray imager. Spine, 2010;35(9):989-994.
- Illés T, Somoskeöy S. The EOS imaging system and its uses in daily orthopaedic practice. International Orthopaedics (SICOT), 2012;36(7):1405-1411.
This page is general information and not a diagnosis.
ScanAlign is the trading name of CoreMed Solutions Ltd and operates under The Harley Street Hospital's CQC licence.