An MRI scan uses strong magnets and radio waves to create images of the parts of your body. Perhaps, the biggest advantage is that MRI scans do not expose patients to radiation. Specifically, a leg MRI looks at different parts of the upper Leg, Knee, Ankle and Foot. MRI scans Read more…
An MRI scan uses strong magnets and radio waves to create images of the parts of your body without making a surgical incision. Also, MRI does not use radiation. MRI of the knee looks specifically at your knee joint and its surrounding areas. By using an X-ray your doctor will get Read more…
In the recent years, a much smaller MRI scanners have been available which can be used for imaging of arms and legs. This “Extremity MRI” eliminates the need to involve the entire body, as only an arm or leg need be inside the device, while the patient sits or reclines Read more…
MRI preparation On the day of your exam, you might be allowed to wear your own clothes if they are loose and have not any metal latches. Otherwise you might be asked to change into the patient gown. There are certain rules regarding eating and drinking that vary from the Read more…