Can a physical therapist order an mri?
No. Physical therapists must have a patient see a doctor to get a diagnosis and to get a referal for imaging or other special tests.
Will an mri dectect a torn ratator cuff?
It depends, an mri will only detect it if the scanner is in the shoulder region
How much radiation does a x ray tech get a year?
It depends on the specific assignment of the tech, and on the respect of security standards by the technologist and by the state of the equipment and facilities being used.
A poorly trained, sloppy individual in a poorly maintained facility will be exposed unduly. A well trained individual observing careful technique in a good facility will not be exposed to much, if any, radiation. It's all in the details.
Do MRI machines affect tattoos?
Not in the least. Tattoo inks are comprised of metallic oxides among other things, but they are at such a minimal amount that it is nothing to be concerned about. In point of fact, I do believe that the Mythbusters proved this to be a Busted Myth.
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Apparently some of the white matter cells around the ventricles have died due to small blood vessel inability to supply them with enough oxygen.
Basically the brain's gray matter are our pools of information. The brain's white matter relays signals. These signals access and connect gray matter information to help us carry out physical and mental acts, from walking etc., to remembering stuff.
Is it better to get an mri or ct scan of your elbow?
It depends on what the problem with the elbow is. If it is a bone related injury then the CT scan will show more detail but if the problem is with the muscles or ligaments, then the MRI Scan will be more useful.
When could you need an MRI scan Maybe a test for Cancer?
The use of MRI for cancer screening can be used for all cancer types, here in the UK the test is limited by cost. MRI is often considered the safer option for detection, as it doesn't rely on radiation beams.
As I work in the UK we tend to use MRI for the following cancers; brain, primary bone cancer, soft tissue cancer, and spinal cord tumours. One of the main reasons for MRI is not only location but also depth of the cancerous growth. So we can measure the amount of soft tissue that surrounds the cancer, required for safer and more effective radiotherapy, it helps preserve healthy tissue. MRI can be used to 'stage' the cancer and monitor the spread or growth rate, or if the tumour has developed a blood supply, which could prevent surgical intervention.
What is or What are the importance of CT Scan?
CT Scans are of importance because they provide us with a better picture of thicker tissue inside the human body. With them we're able to look at organs such as the brain, which is CT scanned very often. I myself have had seven CT scans of my brain taken and they showed my doctors that I had cerebral edema, swelling in my brain. They can also show hemhorages and other cranial injuries.
Cost of cervical spine MRI in southern California?
Contact Medical Discounts, just search Discount MRI's and you will pay $380 if you book through them.
Can osteoarthritis present itself as a metastasis on an MRI?
it seems that MRI,are take to avoid this mixup.
Is there a way to show evidence that someone had a seizure like in a CT scan etc?
Not really no, you can only determine it from patient history, first person observation or EEG changes during a seizure.
Signal intensity is directly related to relative amounts of fat, water, and cells in the marrow. The words nonspecific mean that it is not pointing towards any specific medical abnormality. The mild edema means that the muscle and other tissues around this area has some water built up (edema). Your doctor should explain it to you in words you can understand.
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It means that there are growths of bone or spurs interfering with the position of nerves that pass between the vertebrae causing pain tingling or loss of strength in certain parts of the body.
Which of these is an advantage of an ct over a mri scan?
it is more helpful in determining whether surgery is necessary
How much does a used MRI cost?
The short answer is it depends. The fee can vary greatly depending on where you get it done and what the negotiated cost is with your insurance company. In most cases a hospital will charge you more because they often have facility fees. A client of mine had two MRIs doen this year. One (at a hospital) cost over $4900 AFTER the network discounts. One (at a brand new free-standing facility) cost $900 AFTER the discounts. If you ask before you have it done you MAY get the amount they bill the insurance company but it is next to impossible to get the amount the insurance company will allow until after it is done and billed.
Sample answers to x-ray tech interview questions?
what kind of relevant experience do you have in the x-ray tech
Importance of computer in medical field?
The situation at hand is complicated one, I do give you that. But not complicated enough not to be analyzed, with every aspect in mind. Erma Schegloff is a lonely instructor, who's dedicated to her job and as well as to her students. Who is lusted over by an ex-prisoner, who sat on death row, wrongly accused of crimes he did not commit.
Erma Schegloffs childhood was a horrible one and it shows psychologically. From the abandonment of her father always working, to her mother just yelling obscenely "You kids make me sick!" (Oakes 2008) While her brothers who were supposed to protect her verbally abusing her and hitting her. She's a lonely woman due to not having a real family life. Her fascination with Arno C. Kethy is caused by all the interest he has in her and his openness to her in his essays. Of course, she ignores all warning signs, she's curious to see what he's about. Especially, what he wants with her. There is a chance something bad can happen to her in the future, but odds are nothing will.
How much is MRI or CT or Linac service engineer's salary in India?
Depend upon experience salary is varying in all field.
In Medical field.
For LINAC engineer in INR
1 to 3 year experience - 1,60,000 to 3,20,000 per Annam
3 to 5 year experience - 3,60,000 to 7,00,000 per Annam
For CT & MRI Engineer in INR
1 to 3 year experience - 1,20,000 to 3,00,000 per Annam
As per 2008 to 2012 time period
What if your mentelly ill but your brain scan does not show anything?
Psychological illness does not usually result in changes which can be seen on MRI. Current medical thinking is that many mental health problem are caused by imbalance of chemicals, which wouldn't change the "shape" of a brain.
Can people with pacemakers have an MRI and a Cat Scan?
People with pacemakers can have any CT scan. The answer for MRI is changing now. Older pacemakers were not MRI compatible. There are new pacemakers being installed that are MRI compatible (up to a certain size MRI strength). When you had your pacemaker installed, you should have received a card telling the technologist about your pacemaker and if it is safe to enter the MRI that will be used. If you did not get the card or have lost that card contact the office of the doctor that put your pacemaker in and ask them and also request another card.
It MRI and CT Scan bad for you?
Any exposure to radiation isn't great for you. I recommend to only get one if you really need one.