Magnetic Resonance Imaging

The Most Advanced MRI Technology in the Area

Magnetic Resonance Imaging, or MRI uses radio frequency pulses and a strong magnetic field to make pictures of organs and structures inside the body. This imaging technique allows physicians to evaluate bodily structures that may not be as visible with other diagnostic imaging methods. At Vestavia Diagnostic Center, our MRI is a 1.5 wide bore magnet -the most advanced MRI machine available. This system offers patients much more room than traditional MRI machines, helping to alleviate the “closed in” feeling that some patients experience.

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How Should I Prepare For An MRI Exam

On the day of your MRI, please wear loose clothing without zippers or metallic parts.

FOOD OR DRINK

There are no food or drink restrictions leading up to an MRI exam. If your exam will include a contrast material, it’s important to be well hydrated leading up to your appointment. If you are over 60 years of age or have kidney problems, current lab work will be required.

REMOVE ALL

Jewelry, Watches, Hairpins, Glasses, Wallets, Keys, Piercing, Nylon tights, Credit cards, Phone Cards, Other metallic objects.

Important Precautions

MRI is a non-invasive exam. Any metallic substance on your person can affect image quality of the diagnostic images. It can also cause discomfort or even injury to you when placed into the magnetic field. Because MRI works with a strong magnet and radio waves, you need to tell us if any of the following applies to you or the person that accompanies you into the exam room:

Important Precautions

MRI is a non-invasive exam. Any metallic substance on your person can affect image quality of the diagnostic images. It can also cause discomfort or even injury to you when placed into the magnetic field. Because MRI works with a strong magnet and radio waves, you need to tell us if any of the following applies to you or the person that accompanies you into the exam room:

Aneurysm Clips

Cardiac Pacemaker

Implanted Cardiverter Defibrillator

Electronic Implant or Device

Magnetically-Activated Implant or Device

Neurostimilation System

Spinal Cord Stimulator

cochlear implant or implanted hearing device

insulin or infusion pump

implanted drug infusion pump

hearing aid

any external or internal metallic object

any other type of prothesis or implant

Aneurysm Clips

Cardiac Pacemaker

Implanted Cardiverter Defibrillator

Electronic Implant or Device

Magnetically-Activated Implant or Device

Neurostimilation System

Spinal Cord Stimulator

cochlear implant or implanted hearing device

insulin or infusion pump

implanted drug infusion pump

hearing aid

any external or internal metallic object

any other type of prothesis or implant

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