MRI

MRI Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

An MRI does not use dangerous radiation like an X-ray does. It is just a powerful magnetic field that (so far) hasn't been associated with any deliberating effect.

someone who reads heart monitor strips and by measurements determaines what electrical rhythm the heart is in

nope i dont think it would be safe however long they've been inside you however ask. i knew someone who even had to take off an underwired bra so i doubt you'd be able to. it is obviously highly sensitive to any kind of metal

electric stimulation can be helpful

That means there is a bulging disc that is impinging on the central canal (spinal cord) between the vertebral bodies at the C6-C7 levels, which may or may not be symptomatic.

No answer can be given without further context.

There are a number of applications that require the use of of 2D and 3D scanner. These include CT scans, MRI scans, and simply for printing out 3D models for experiments.

No u can't. An MRI is done by a giant magnet.

Well, an arthroscopy is an invasive procedure. They actually look into whatever joint you need examined. On the other hand, an MRI is exactly that, an image or picture of the joint in question. So the option is totally yours...minor surgical procedure or...a picture, you pick.

An MRI scanner emits radio waves whilst it is scanning and utilises a strong magnetic field. It does not emit any ionising radiation like X-rays.

The patient should not have any magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) tests for six months after the procedure, because the magnetic field may move the stent.

The contrast agent will be injected into the spinal canal between the disc nearest to the area to be examined - you'll need to ask your doctor or the technician for a more precise answer . (For me , it was uncomfortable but not any more painful than getting a shot .)

If you mean "radiation" then the answer is yes. Electromagnetic radiation in the radiofrequency spectrum. Note that this differs from x rays in that it is not damaging to the tissues.

Unfortunately, damaged cartilege can't heal by itself as it has no blood supply.  The joint may settle down with anti inflammatory medication and ultrasound treatment from a physiotherapist, but this approach rarely works well.  The only real option is surgery, frankly.  These days this operation would be done by keyhole surgery.

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The technologist. A radiologist reads the study later.

Whether they have a new hip or not, you are putting a magnetic strip into an incredibly strong magnetic field. The MRI should be enough to wipe or corrupt the data in the strip.

It means that they could find nothing wrong on the MRI.

It means that everything is the way it should be in your cervical spine. Nothing is wrong.

The human spine is separated into several sections - Cervical means the neck vertebrae. The C6-7 disk is between the C6 and C7 (Cervical) vertebrae.

Depending on the severity of the problem (whether or not the disk is just bulging or has in fact ruptured through the disk membrane (herniated), the problem can be corrected either with facet injections or other non-invasive therapy. However, if the problem is severe enough, it will begin to affect one of your arms (usually the left) to the point where paralysis may set in if it is not corrected.

Staying clear of anything that can potentially aggravate this cannot be overstated. If you further damage the disk to the point where it cannot be dealt with by steroidal injection, NSAID's and bedrest, surgery is the only other option. While the procedure has gotten a lot easier since I had mine done in '96 (my surgery was a fusion of the C5/6/7 vertebrae - those disks had collapsed), it is still major surgery, and you can expect at least 3-5 months to recover, more if they require a bone graft from the pelvic area (never opt for cadaver bone as it has been proven it can transmit the AIDS virus).

Do whatever therapy your doctor tells you - it is not something to be taken lightly, and if the disk is in fact herniated, there will always be a weak spot in the disk membrane. What that means is that you'll always be at risk of another herniation at that spot, even if it heals, because it will always be weak.

A small amount of fluid build up at the joint, possilby a sign of slight arthritis, mild gout or a moderate physical trauma ( for example a fall onto the knee).

That kind of question can only be answered by a doctor who has seen the scan and is familiar with other aspects of the person's health.

The words advanced chronic changes in MRI results mean that there is some sort of chronic condition which has been present for long enough for the damage to be advanced. An example of this would be the changes which can be seen with advanced pancreatitis.

CAT: Computed Axial Tomography

MRI: Magnetic Resonance Imaging

MRI's are not the final say in any diagnosis by far. It depends on when the MRI was taken as well. As in a plain film X-ray, swelling can mask problems you might have.

Pain is an indication of something wrong, either in what you're doing on a regular basis (ergonomic stress), an injury, or disease (arthritis, etc.).

However, just because you have pain in one area does not necessarily mean that the problem originates there. It is very common, especially with nerve-related pain, to have damage in another area of the body and feel the pain in another. For example, pain in the left arm, wrist, and fingers can be related to a cervical (neck) nerve being pinched by a damaged or stressed cervical disk. In fact, the pain can be quite extreme. Few people realize that the nerves in their arms and hands are actually controlled from the cervical spine.

You need to first try to identify any possible causes for the pain. Ergonomic stress is the most common today as virtually most people use a keyboard. Sitting an inch or two higher or lower can put stress on the wrist area. Prior or recent whiplash injuries or a "burner" (pinched nerve in the shoulder or neck) can indicate a possible cervical disk problem. If you've had an injury in another area, check the associated nerve pathway to see if it's connected to your wrist. Cervical disk nerve problems can be felt on the outside of the wrist (palm down) or inside when the palm is up.

The type of pain is also important, as is whether or not there's any pain in other areas, such as your shoulder, hand, fingers, elbow, etc. Nerve pain is very sharp and stabbing. Muscle/ligament pain tends to be dull, aching, and sometimes burning.

Keep a Pain Diary, noting when your pain occurs, or if it's constant, when it's worse, and if it increases over time. Keep track of what you were doing prior to any increase in pain. Over time you'll get a better idea of what's causing it, unless you can trace it to a known problem.