Category: MRI

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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

How is an MRI used to detect brain tumors?

Your doctor thinks it would be a good idea for you to get an MRI to make sure you don’t have a brain tumor. We understand how intimidating and stressful this might be...

November 1, 2023 – 14 min read

What You Need to Know About MRI With Contrast

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...

February 16, 2023 – 3 min read

MRI vs. CT Scans: Understanding the Difference

If you are injured or have concerning symptoms, your doctor may order imaging tests to get a better idea of what’s wrong. MRI scans and CT scans are two common options. Although both...

February 16, 2023 – 4 min read

How to Stay Calm During an MRI: Try These 7 Tips

Learning you need an MRI can trigger a certain amount of anxiety, especially if your doctor suspects you have a concerning health condition or you don’t like small, confined spaces. These feelings are...

February 16, 2023 – 4 min read

What to Expect from Different Types of MRI Machines

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...

February 16, 2023 – 4 min read

Do You Need a Brain Scan for a Concussion?

You don’t have to play football to be at risk for concussion. Anyone can develop a concussion — a type of brain injury — after a fall, a car accident, or a blow...

February 16, 2023 – 4 min read

How Imaging Can Help Diagnose Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease

Doctors often use various tests to diagnose ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. Symptoms of these inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs) can mimic those of other conditions, making them more difficult to diagnose. Crohn’s disease...

December 9, 2022 – 2 min read

How Preventive Screenings Can Save Money and Provide Peace of Mind

Between the holidays, the end of the school semester, and trying to get in last-minute medical appointments before your deductible resets, the end of the year is hectic for everyone. As you’re looking...

November 10, 2022 – 4 min read