Open MRI: The Latest Technology
For our patients convenience we have an OPEN Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) onsite in our Austin office. An MRI utilizes radio waves and a magnetic field to provide detailed pictures of your joints, bones and muscles. It's safe, pain free, and no radiation is used. It allows your physician to diagnosis your condition with greater clarity and more quickly then past tests.
An MRI is one of the most advanced diagnostic methods utilized today in finding changes in cartilage and bone structure caused by injury, disease or aging and its available to you at Southwest Orthopaedic Group.
MRI Frequently Asked Questions
1. Will I feel any pain from an MRI?
No, MRI is painless procedure.
2. What do I need to do before my appointment to prepare for the MRI?
Wear comfortable clothing. All metal including jewelry, watches, cell phones, dentures, credit cards, keys and glasses will be removed.
3. How long will the MRI exam last?
An MRI takes about 40-60 minutes. You can sleep during the exam, relaxing music will be available. You are welcome to bring your favorite CD to listen to during the MRI.
4. What should I expect during the MRI?
During certain phases of the exam you will hear tapping/knocking noises while the image is processing.
5. Notify MRI Technologists if you are/have:
a. Pregnant
b. Metal in the body
c. Aneurysm clips
d. Pacemaker
e. Cochlear implants
f. Metal Slivers in eyes
6. Do I need to schedule a follow up appointment for an MRI?
Yes, an MRI requires a follow up appointment at which time the doctor will go over the images and results.
|
