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WIDE OPEN MRI - Magnetic Resonance Imaging
 What
is Magnetic Resonance Imaging?
Magnetic Resonance Imaging or MRI in short - is a diagnostic tool
that allows your physician to see pictures of the inside of your body
without surgery and without using radiation.
How does open MRI work?
MRI uses two forces found everywhere in the world - magnetism and
radio frequency waves. When you lie down under the magnet, the hydrogen
atoms in your body naturally align themselves in a position to receive
radio signals from the MRI. As the MRI sends these signals, your body
responds with signals of its own. These transmitted body signals are
processed by a computer and turned into images.
In certain cases, your doctor may order a contrast agent used to enhance
the images they obtain. This agent is a liquid injection and generally
will not cause any discomfort. This procedure can improve the visibility
of the organs or structures and it will also help differentiate between
post surgical changes.
REMEMBER - MRI is a safe and painless procedure.
 What
is the difference between traditional MRI and open MRI?
A traditional MRI, although painless, can cause some patients to
feel anxious or "claustrophobic". The patient lies down
on a stretcher and is moved into a narrow tube. The magnet then
makes a loud banging noise. Many people, due to their size and anxiety,
cannot complete the exam.
In an open MRI, there is no tube. A patient who is having an open
MRI can see all around himself throughout the exam. There is also
a minimal amount of noise from the magnet. Most patients find this
environment more relaxing and are able to complete the exam without
any problem.
 THE
NEW OPEN MRI AT
P. H. MEDICAL CENTRE has the following features
- No Claustrophobia
- No tunnel effect
- Wide open to ease patients anxiety
- Comfort and warmth
- Joint motion study
- Patients friendly allows companion inside
- High quality imaging
- Special coils for all regions
- Latest design
Coils for all region
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