MRI Built For Two
Thanks to some researchers, MRI is about to get a little less lonely. Two research terms studying brain activity during social interactions developed a dual MRI machine that scans two people at once. The design, developed with funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is undergoing initial testing. While the prototype of the machine has […]
Facts About MRI You Might Not Know
An MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) uses a powerful magnet to take photos inside the body while a computer records changes in your body’s magnetic field. This allows doctors to diagnose a disease, illness, injury, or condition. Computer images from MRI can create a 3-D image of the inside of your body. MRI is also much safer than […]
X-Ray, MRI, or CT Scan?
Every patient and every injury is different. Many factors such as the how the injury occurred, extent of damage, health of the patient, and condition of the effected area are all considered during treatment. Your doctor will be able to recommend a treatment plan and can decide how to view your injury either with an […]
FDA Clears First Bedside MRI
Developed by Hyperfine Research for people aged two and older, the point-of-care imaging system weighs about one-tenth that of a conventional, fixed MRI system. About three feet wide and five feet tall, the device fits in an elevator and runs off an everyday power outlet to create clinical contrast images and 3D renders. “More than […]