| MRI of the shoulder renders a highly accurate image | | | | Torn tendons or ligaments |
| of the shoulder joint and surrounding areas for detailed | | | | The procedural time may vary but it generally takes |
| medical examination. It is regarded as the best | | | | 30 to 60 minutes at the most with no downtime. For |
| non-invasive way of studying any problem with the | | | | some patients, a contrast agent may be administered |
| bone, muscles and tendons in the region. | | | | to see the region more clearly. There are no side |
| Hi Resolution Cross Sectional Imaging | | | | effects or complications that can arise as the scan is |
| The modern diagnostic modality has come a long way | | | | free from radiation. |
| from X-rays and CT scans. Modern MRI makes use | | | | MRI is considered to be one of the safest patient |
| of a highly powerful magnet and radio waves to | | | | friendly diagnostic modalities available today. However, |
| generate multiple hi resolution 3-D images of the | | | | there are certain limitations - people with pacemakers |
| shoulder area and the surrounding muscles, joint and | | | | or metallic implants in their body may not be eligible for |
| tissues. MRI of the shoulder is commonly used to | | | | scan as the powerful magnet can pose a potential risk. |
| detect the following conditions: | | | | Quick Results for Timely Treatment |
| Disorders in the rotator cuff | | | | MRI of the shoulder scan results can be obtained in a |
| Infection or abscess | | | | relatively short period of time, thereby allowing |
| Arthritis | | | | physicians to treat patients without delay. Currently, |
| Labral tears | | | | many hospitals and healthcare facilities promote the |
| Bone tumors | | | | use of open MRI as it is technologically advanced and |
| Worsening shoulder pain | | | | has far greater benefits over traditional MRI. Moreover, |
| Decreased motion of shoulder joint | | | | it is ideal for children and those who are claustrophobic. |
| Weakness of shoulder | | | | |