Dr Jon Houghton, Consultant in Sports Medicine & Rheumatology
Dr Jon Houghton
Consultant in Sports Medicine & Rheumatology
Dr Jon Houghton MBBS FFSEM FRCP BSc DipSEM DipMSKUS
Consultant in Sports Medicine & Rheumatology
Dr Jon Houghton
Consultant in Sports Medicine & Rheumatology MBBS FFSEM FRCP BSc DipSEM DipMSKUS
Dr Houghton is a recommended Consultant in Sports Medicine & Rheumatology
Recommendations for Dr Houghton
These recommendations are for information purposes only. Doctors providing recommendations do so in good faith and are not responsible for clinical outcomes.
Recommended by:
byDr Yogasakaran Arjuna, GP
❝Clear and detailed assessment and communication.❞
byMr Simon Owen-Johnstone, Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon
❝Great sports doc in Sevenoaks, very integrated in the local physio community❞
by Dr Brad Neal, Physiotherapist
❝Dr Jon Houghton is a consultant in sports and exercise medicine and also has a strong background in rheumatology. Jon is my go-to physician for interesting patients who have symptoms that don’t fit an obvious box. Jon is very good with differential diagnostics and subsequent interventions as required.❞
by Mr Bryan McCullough, Physiotherapist
❝For sports and medicine services outside of our clinic, I would generally refer to Dr Jon Houghton.❞
by Mr Tim Maynard, Physiotherapist
❝Dr Jon Houghton is a rheumatologist I would recommend.❞
byMr Simon Owen-Johnstone, Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon
❝Great sports doc in Sevenoaks, very integrated in the local physio community❞
by Dr Brad Neal, Physiotherapist
❝Dr Jon Houghton is a consultant in sports and exercise medicine and also has a strong background in rheumatology. Jon is my go-to physician for interesting patients who have symptoms that don’t fit an obvious box. Jon is very good with differential diagnostics and subsequent interventions as required.❞
by Mr Bryan McCullough, Physiotherapist
❝For sports and medicine services outside of our clinic, I would generally refer to Dr Jon Houghton.❞
by Mr Tim Maynard, Physiotherapist
❝Dr Jon Houghton is a rheumatologist I would recommend.❞
Make an appointment
Address
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HCA UK at The Shard
The Shard, 32 St Thomas Street, London, SE1 9BS
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London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street, London, SE1 2PR
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Private Care at Guy's at London Bridge Hospital
Great Maze Pond, London, SE1 9RT
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About Dr Jon Houghton
GMC number: 4309277
Year qualified: 1996
Place of primary qualification: St.Marys Hospital Medical School
Dr Jon Houghton is a highly experienced medical specialist with a focus on treating a diverse range of patients, including the general public, elite athletes, military personnel, city workers, and anyone who is physically active or experiencing pain. He has been a dedicated professional in the field since his appointment in 2005.
Dr Houghton specialises in tendon pain, utilising advanced diagnostic tools such as ultrasound and UTC scanning. He is proficient in performing ultrasound-guided injections and ESWT (Shockwave Therapy) as potential treatments. He runs a specialist one-stop clinic for Achilles and patellar tendon issues.
With extensive expertise in both upper and lower limb overuse injuries, Dr Houghton is well-versed in managing running injuries, bone stress injuries, adolescent overuse injuries, hip and groin pain, and exercise-induced leg pain. His comprehensive approach to injury rehabilitation ensures that patients receive the best possible care.
In addition to his focus on sports injuries, Dr Houghton has a keen interest in rheumatology, particularly in conditions such as gout, inflammatory spinal conditions, and inflammatory joint conditions that affect young or athletic individuals.
Dr Houghton is known for his excellent communication skills and his commitment to a multidisciplinary approach. He collaborates effectively with physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors, pain doctors, and orthopaedic surgeons to achieve optimal results for his patients. Understanding the significant impact that injury and pain can have on daily life, he promotes physical activity in all of his treatment plans.
Dr Houghton has an impressive background in sports medicine, having served as the head of the Wales Medical Team during the successful EURO 2016 tournament. He continues to provide medical care for Wales Football and the recent county cricket champions, Surrey. Additionally, he is a consultant to the Royal Ballet.
Diseases, Medical Tests, and Treatments:
- ESWT (Shockwave Therapy)
- Viscosupplement Injection
- PRP Injection
- Achilles Tendon Pain
- Tendon Pain
- Stress Fractures and Bone Pain
- Hip and Groin Pain
- Running Injuries
- Exertional Leg Pain
Dr Jon Houghton's dedication to his patients and his expertise in sports injuries and rheumatology make him a leading specialist in his field.
Areas of expertise
- Overuse Injuries
- Soft tissue Rheumatism
- Ultrasound guided Injection Therapy
- Injury Rehabilitation
- Stress Fractures
- Hip and groin injuries
- Tendinopathy
- Exercise induced Leg Pain
- Extracorpeal Shock Wave Therapy
Other specialists recommended by Dr Houghton
Mr Adam Goode, Physiotherapist
❝Adam is a vastly experienced physiotherapist with a wide skill base for treating sports injuries. He has particular expertise in return to sport end stage rehab advice and an excellent Strength and conditioning knowledge.❞
Mr Bryan McCullough, Physiotherapist
❝Bryan has an extensive knowledge of rehabilitation of lower limb sporting injuries and a proven track record of getting results with patients. He has a particular expertise in cycling injuries and how specialist bike fitting can aid both injury recovery and performance.❞
