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Now that your healthcare provider has recommended you get an MRI scan, you probably have questions about scheduling, insurance, getting ready, and what to expect during your scan. We’re here to help. In...
Almost everyone has experienced some form or degree of claustrophobia. It can be debilitating for some people. Whether you’re inside a crowded elevator, an airplane, or any enclosed space, it’s a feeling of...
Your healthcare provider has just recommended you have an MRI scan. Not only does this make you anxious, but to add to the stress, you also suffer from claustrophobia. You’re not alone. More...
Your doctor has suggested an MRI for you. If the enclosed structure of a traditional MRI machine is causing anxiety, you might be interested in exploring alternative MRI options to ensure you receive...
MRI scans create detailed views of structures inside your body using radio waves and a strong magnetic field. Sometimes, however, your doctor needs a more detailed view, which an MRI with contrast can...
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines utilize a combination of radio waves and a strong magnetic field to generate three-dimensional images of soft tissue and internal body structures. Several different types of MRI machines...
For years, combining an MRI with a pacemaker was unthinkable. It wasn’t even an option. The risk was too great, regardless of whether a traditional or stand-up MRI machine was used. However, science...
Consisting of bones, cartilage, ligaments and tendons, your knees are impressive joints that bear your weight every moment you’re on your feet. Unfortunately, as your largest joints, the knees have a number of...
If you’re experiencing neck pain, your doctor may recommend a cervical spine MRI scan. But what does an MRI of the cervical spine show, and how can the results help you reduce or...
