Category: MRI

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How does a brain MRI scan help to diagnose epilepsy?

Find out how a brain MRI can help your provider to diagnose epilepsy, learn what the brain changes a MRI can show, and learn about follow-up imaging for epilepsy....
October 4, 2024 – 9 min read
How an MRI can help with a torn ACL

How does an MRI help diagnose a torn ACL?

Find out how a knee MRI is used to diagnose a torn ACL, learn what it’s like to get a knee MRI, and discover how an MRI helps your provider to treat your...
October 4, 2024 – 10 min read
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What to know before your MRI: how to schedule and check in at our imaging centers

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...

September 6, 2024 – 7 min read
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How could an open MRI help claustrophobic patients?

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...

July 11, 2024 – 8 min read

Why do you need an MRI for rheumatoid arthritis?

When your healthcare provider told you that you need to get an MRI scan because you might have rheumatoid arthritis, you may have felt a little overwhelmed. We’re here to help. Understanding why...

March 1, 2024 – 11 min read
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Exploring the Advantages of the Advanced Open MRI

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...

November 27, 2023 – 5 min read

What should I know about discussing my brain MRI results with my healthcare provider?

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a helpful tool for better understanding and diagnosing certain illnesses and injuries. A brain MRI is a secure and non-invasive way to see detailed images of the inside...

November 27, 2023 – 11 min read

Understanding your little athlete’s brain MRI: a guide for sports moms and dads

As parents, we all want the best for our children, especially when it comes to their health and well-being. For sports moms and dads, the thrill of watching your child excel on the...

November 10, 2023 – 16 min read
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What can I do to stay comfortable during an MRI?

Has your doctor referred you for an MRI? For many, the idea of lying still inside the MRI machine, a large, enclosed tube, can cause some amount of anxiety. You might be worried...

November 8, 2023 – 14 min read