MRI

Your spinal cord is made up of 5 different areas, based on how many vertebrae (pieces of spine) make it up.

You have:

7 CERVICAL

12 THORACIC

5 LUMBAR

5 SACRAL

5 COCCYGEAL

Therefore the lumbosacral junction (where lumbar meets sacral) is assumed to be at L5 (the 5th and last lumbar vertebrae) and S1 (the 1st sacral vertebrae).

A homogeneously decreased bone marrow signal typically indicates a uniform reduction in the marrow's ability to produce blood cells or a change in its composition. This can suggest various conditions, such as bone marrow infiltration by diseases like leukemia or lymphoma, chronic anemia, or other hematologic disorders. The term "signal" refers to the imaging characteristics observed in techniques like MRI or CT scans, where a consistent decrease in signal intensity can reflect these underlying issues. Further evaluation and clinical correlation are necessary to determine the specific cause.

It depend on the specific MRI sequence, but the likely cause would be dehydration of the disc. This is usually caused by disc disease and can lead to other problems such as disc herniations or subluxation.

A Cardiac MRI is used for diagnosing and assessing many conditions related to the heart and major blood vessels. These can include heart disease and heart valve problems.

As far as I know MRB is not a general abbreviation in MR, but it is the short form of Magnetic-Resonance Bavaria (MRB), which is a research center in Germany dedicated to magnetic resonance.

dramatic advances in computer technologies, especially the development of mathematical algorithms powerful enough to allow difficult equations to be solved quickly, allowed MRI to develop into an important diagnostic clinical tool

Aluminum is not magnetic, but the metal can hold a small charge. Like other screw and plate implants (mostly titanium), and stainless steel crowns, there are often ways around any problems, such as heating and image distortion, that they might cause.

It's a test done to identify cloggs in arteries. A coloured liquid is passed through your veins and is checked with computer assisted technologies as to where the block is.

Perhaps Titanium, spelled incorrectly?

No Tivanium is a brand name owned by Zimmer Co of Warsaw Indiana USA

It is an alloy for orthopaedic implants consisting of Titanium with 6 % Aluminium and 4 % Vanadium TiAlVa

It depends on what body part you are having scanned. If your jewelry is made of gold or a type of metal that does not attract to a magnet you may not have to remove it. However, it will show up on the image and cause artifacts. Therefor, for example if you are having a scan done on your brain and you are wearing earrings and a necklace, it can cause problems with the image. You will probably be asked to remove them.

tendanitis

It isn't.

no, they will usually just put you half way in the machine

An MRI can provide detailed images of the spine and reveal the presence of a herniated disc at the L4 and L5 levels, but it cannot definitively determine if the herniation is a new injury. However, certain features, such as the appearance of the herniation, associated inflammation, or the presence of other injuries, may suggest recent changes. Comparing the MRI findings with previous imaging, if available, can also help assess whether it is a new injury. Clinical correlation with symptoms and patient history is essential for a comprehensive evaluation.

what is a indeterminate mass

Yes, an MRI can effectively detect problems in various organs and the pelvis. It provides detailed images of soft tissues, making it useful for diagnosing conditions in organs such as the liver, kidneys, and reproductive systems, as well as identifying issues like tumors, inflammation, or structural abnormalities in the pelvic region. However, the specific effectiveness may depend on the type of MRI protocol used and the patient's condition.

Magnetic resonance imaging

To keep the magnet cool. MRI machines need to generate a very strong magnetic field. They do this using superconducting electromagnet- basically a large coil of wire with a large current passing through it. The magnet must be kept very cold, almost at absolute zero, or it will not superconduct.

No. A magnetic resonance imaging machine does not cause dehydration. However, the medical reason for having the MRI may indeed be causing dehydration.

Dehydration is not listed as a side effect on the web site:

http://mri-side-effects.net/

Some of the side effects listed are the same symptoms of dehydration, but are not an indication that the patient has lost water.

The contrast dye that is injected for some MRI scans may have its own issues though:

http://www.levinsimeskaisergornick.com/gadolinium.html

The pain has improved because of therapy?

I assume you are considering a return to normal activities?


I would definitely get a doctor's OK before proceeding. Just to give you peace of mind. It may be that more therapy is needed. I have endured more than 15 knee surgeries and other procedures so I've been there and done that. Never go too fast when returning to activities from an injury.


Were you told surgery was required? If so, see if that is still indicated.


Otherwise, work up slowly. Don't push yourself and don't work so hard as to cause pain. Stop before reaching that point. Over time do a little more until you feel good enough to return to your activity of choice. Also, take anti-inflammatory medications to reduce any remaining tenderness or swelling. Of course, check with your doc to be sure taking these drugs is OK for you. He/she can also advise you as to dose. Alternating heat and cold is also good. Twenty minutes for each. Try this 2-3 times per day. Finally, when you are active be sure to warm up and cool down, stretching is good. Never so all out w/o warming up and never just stop abruptly w/o slowing down.


Most important is the doctor OK. Good luck.

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I do know that this can cause a great deal of pain in the shoulder and arm, compression means that it is on the spinal cord. I think I would consider surgery.

A mobile MRI is a MRI service that is available to come to one's home rather than having to wait to have one done at a hospital. One would only be able to obtain a mobile MRI if it were available in one's specific location. This is offered through the Siemens Healthcare website where one can inquire as to the availability in a specific area.

An open MRI is an MRI that, unlike usual MRI's let patients enjoy space and comfort while continuing to have their insides scanned. The technician in this context of the question would oversee the MRI screening process.

An arthrogram is a series of images, often X-rays, of a joint after injection of a contrast medium.