Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans are a non-invasive medical imaging study that doctors use to produce detailed visualizations of organs, soft tissues, bones, and virtually all other internal body structures. These high-quality images can help doctors diagnose a wide range of medical conditions, from muscle tears to tumors. MRIs use a strong magnetic field and radio waves to create these detailed results.

When there's a need to examine the soft tissues and non-bony structures of the body, such as the brain, spinal cord, muscles, ligaments, and tendons, doctors often order an MRI. This imaging technique is also utilized to produce intricate images of organs in the chest and abdomen, encompassing the heart, digestive system, pelvic organs, blood vessels, and lymph nodes.

It is important to understand all the preparation guidelines provided by your doctor and our staff members. These guidelines provide details on what to do before, during, and after your MRI imaging appointment.

Before your appointment, you may be instructed to avoid food and liquids for a certain period of time. Fasting is required when specific parts of the human body need to be studied.

On the day of your appointment, avoid wearing uncomfortable clothing and any article that contains metal such as zippers, jewelry, buttons, and so forth. All of our offices are able to accommodate patients with cardiac devices such as pacemakers. If you have any metal implants in your body such as hearing aids, joint reconstruction, or dentures, please inform your doctor and one of our staff members.

• MR Angiogram: An MR angiogram is a noninvasive medical imaging study that uses a magnetic field and radio frequency energy to evaluate blood vessels and help identify abnormalities.
• MR Arthrogram: An MR arthrogram is a noninvasive medical imaging study that uses a magnetic field and radio frequency energy to evaluate joints. This type of MRI scan is incredibly useful for orthopedics and pain specialists to identify why a particular joint is causing discomfort for a patient.
• MR Venogram: An MR venogram utilizes the same kind of technology as other MRI services, but focuses on producing high quality images of your veins. This type of MRI study is very used to identify various medical conditions that affect the circulatory system including blood clots and strokes.