Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses magnets, radio waves and a computer to produce detailed images of the body. An MRI can detect tiny changes of structure in the body, particularly in soft tissue, spinal cord and brain, the abdomen and joints.

MRI is commonly used for:

  • Sports related injuries of the soft tissue and joints
  • Diagnosing heart conditions
  • Examining the chest and abdomen
  • Examining the brain and spinal cord

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MRI Procedure Information

MRI Procedure Information

Frequently Asked Questions

Are patients allowed to have companions during medical imaging exams?

Patient companions often provide patients with a sense of physical and/or emotional safety while the patient is having a medical imaging procedure performed. Learn more

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