What is Magnetic Resonance Imaging?
Magnetic resonance imaging uses a strong magnetic field to produce very
detailed pictures of inside the body without the need for X rays.
What is the benefit of MRI?
It provides very clear and accurate pictures of soft tissue structures, bones and joints. Magnetic Resonance Imaging enables doctors to look at the MRI pictures to make an accurate diagnosis and determine the most appropriate treatment for you. It is particularly helpful to pinpoint the causes of back pain, and problems with joints, particularly hips and knees, trapped nerves, ligaments or muscles. MRI scanning is also vital in the diagnosis of brain conditions such as epilepsy and strokes.