MRI does not use ionizing radiation (x-rays). MR imaging uses a powerful magnetic field, radio frequency pulses and a computer to produce detailed pictures of organs, soft tissues, bone and virtually all other internal body structures. Our MRI equipment has a weight limit of 440 pounds. With and Without Contrast: history of MS, transverse myelitis, tumors, cancer, post operative Patient Weight Limit Without Contrast: neck pain, mid-back pain, numbness or tingling of the arms or fingers, pain
72157 T-Spine Without and With Contrast. 72156 C-Spine Without and With Contrast. 72158 L-Spine Without and With Contrast. Your patient will be provided a gown and a secure locker in which valuables can be placed. This would include bras with metal enclosures and jeans with metal zippers and buttons. In addition, the patient will need to remove all clothing containing metal. Patients will need to remove all jewelry, hairclips, pony-tails and bobby pins. No other pre-visit preparation is necessary. MRI Lumbar Spine, done by Guilford Radiology, 2010 Patient Preparationįor the MRI exam, if claustrophobia or anxiety is a problem, the referring physician my wish to prescribe a mild sedative to be given prior to the study. MRI of the spine looks at the vertebrae that make up the spine, as well as the disks, spinal cord, and the spaces between the vertebrae through which the nerves pass. MRI can accurately assess for degenerative disc disease as well as disc herniation. MRI of the lumbar spine is an extremely useful tool in evaluating patients with low back pain or symptoms of a pinched nerve. The spinal cord itself will also be assessed for any abnormality. MRI of the thoracic spine is a useful tool in evaluating patients with mid back pain or symptoms of possible compression of the spinal cord. A specialized coil will be placed around your patient’s neck.Ĭervical Spine MRI done by Guilford Radiology, 2010 Thoracic Spine MRI MRI of the cervical spine is an extremely useful tool in evaluating patients with neck pain or symptoms of a pinched nerve as well as possible compression of the spinal cord. Spine MRI Quick Reference Guide for Physicians Cervical Spine MRI Michael Johnson, MD - Covid-19 Safety Officer. Kameron Shahid, MD - Guilford Radiology President. Guilford Radiology is committed to your health and safety. Please do not bring anyone with you to your exam as we are trying to reduce traffic in our office, special accommodations can be made as needed. We have staggered patient exam times to avoid congestion and reduce any unnecessary potential exposure. After your exam the technologist will escort you out of the office. You will be instructed when to enter where a technologist will greet you at the opened door. If you prefer to wait in your car, when you arrive for your appointment, please call our office (20) from your car. If you choose to check-in in our lobby, comie in and stop at the front desk, please arrive at your requested time and enter our comfortable clean reception area with your ID, insurance card and order (if applicable) in hand. Patients can choose to checkin in our waiting room or wait in their car. All paperwork can be completed prior to your exam, forms are available on our website. New patient flow in place ensures no contact with other patients Patients without an acceptable mask will be provided one. All staff and patients are required to wear appropriate face masks and staff wear other required PPE. 
We are maintaining CDC and the state of CT guidelines. Exam rooms and equipment are thoroughly disinfected after each patient, from mammography paddles to the CT & MRI bores, to the exam tables, counters, and areas of patient contact. Our entire office gets a complete deep cleaning nightly. Our facility is clean, Safety is our primary concern Trust the staff at Guilford Radiology to take care of you and your family’s medical imaging needs in a patient friendly, convenient outpatient environment for the safest, most comfortable exam possible. We remained committed to our referring providers and patients and have been open throughout the pandemic, while continuing to maintain a clean safe facility. Our staff is fully trained in Covid-19 screening, safety precautions and sterilization technique. Now more than ever, the safety of our patients, community and staff is our top priority. ALL GUILFORD RADIOLOGY STAFF HAVE BEEN FULLY IMMUNIZED AGAINST THE COVID-19 VIRUS.
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