Diagnostic imaging has advanced medicine in countless ways since the first X-ray was taken in 1895. Regardless of the amount of experience and intuition a physician had, not being able to see inside a patient’s body limited the ability to accurately and quickly diagnose conditions that are routinely ... [Read More]
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Tips for Reducing MRI Claustrophobia
If your doctor prescribes an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), the claustrophobic among us may begin to panic. MRI creates detailed images of structures inside your body using a powerful magnetic field and radio waves. Although MRI is safer than an X-ray, as it emits no radiation, the scan itself ... [Read More]
Explaining MRI to a Child
Child’s Play: Tips & Tricks for Explaining MRI to Kids Whether your child has incurred an injury during football practice or is experiencing neurological irregularities that require additional insight, your doctor may prescribe magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). This imaging technique utilizes a ... [Read More]
What is Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)?
Magnetic Resonance Imaging, or MRI, is a diagnostic procedure that although completely non-invasive, gives detailed images of the inside of the body that were never before possible. MRI works in a way that is totally different from X-rays. Instead of creating images through radiation, MRI uses a ... [Read More]
What Does an Open MRI Look Like?
Technology has advanced to the extent where even the traditional “closed” MRI machines have improved and adapted to patient comfort with wider tables, larger tubes, etc. But people with real claustrophobia and anxiety issues suffer even through these. The Open MRI Option People who are cla ... [Read More]
Is an MRI safe for Infants and Children?
Parenthood is an awesome responsibility. The decisions in all areas of your children’s lives need careful evaluation, thought, and focus on long-term benefits, while minimizing risks. Any risk, especially one to kids, needs to be evaluated seriously. One of the most asked questions is whether d ... [Read More]
Cancer Awareness Month: How Can Imaging Help Diagnose Cancer
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. At Independent Imaging, we understand the importance of regular cancer screenings and using advanced imaging systems to help diagnose and treat a wide range of cancers, including prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer among ... [Read More]
New Advances in MRI Technology
Using extremely strong magnetic fields and radio waves, an MRI generates detailed imaging of organs and structures within the human body in real time. While we may take it for granted today, the technology was simply not available for the vast bulk of human history. The very first MRI (magnetic ... [Read More]
Open MRI and Children
Magnetic resonance Imaging (MRI) is a non-invasive test that can help doctors diagnose and treat your child more effectively. Children are often more comfortable in an Open MRI, which features a wider opening and feels much less confining than more traditional versions. Open MRI’s also allows the t ... [Read More]
How to Handle Your Claustrophobia During Your MRI
Claustrophobia, a deep-seated fear of the dark or confined spaces is nothing to be ashamed of. Classified as an anxiety disorder, claustrophobia is more common than you might think. According to the health Research Fund, up to 5% of the US population suffers from some form of ... [Read More]
