Why MRI is useful for the brain
MRI can show fine details in brain tissue, helping doctors evaluate symptoms such as headaches, seizures, dizziness, weakness, memory changes, or suspected stroke-related concerns.
It can support diagnosis and follow-up for tumors, infections, inflammation, vascular concerns, and other neurological conditions when recommended by a clinician.
Why MRI is useful for the spine
For back pain, neck pain, radiating leg or arm pain, numbness, or weakness, MRI can help assess discs, nerves, the spinal cord, soft tissues, and canal narrowing.
MRI is commonly used to evaluate disc bulges, nerve compression, infections, tumors, injuries, and post-treatment follow-up where soft-tissue detail is important.
Preparing for your MRI
Patients should inform the scan team about pacemakers, implants, metal fragments, pregnancy, kidney disease, allergies, and any previous surgery. Some scans may need contrast, while others do not.
The scan team will guide you through positioning, noise protection, and instructions for staying still. Clear preparation helps produce sharper images and more dependable reports.