Magnetic resonance imaging is one of the most reliable studies. With its help, any diseases can be detected even at the earliest stages. As a rule, the internal organs, the brain, are examined. But sometimes an MRI of the shoulder joint is required. This is really not the most popular procedure, but in some cases it becomes vital.
What does the MRI of the shoulder joint show?
The result of magnetic resonance imaging is a picture on which even subtle changes in muscles, bones, ligaments, and also articular bags are perfectly discernible.
The MRI of the shoulder joint is prescribed for:
- fractures;
- stretching;
- severe bruises;
- prolonged pain of incomprehensible origin;
- tendonitis;
- myositis ;
- chronic arthritis;
- arthrosis ;
- impossibility to move a limb;
- education on the shoulder of the edema;
- infectious lesions;
- tumors;
- suspected metastases;
- accumulation in the joint bag of fluid.
In addition, the examination must pass to those who have recently had surgery on the shoulder - to control the results.
How do the MRI of the shoulder joint?
The shoulder tomography is performed in the same way as in the case of any other organ. The procedure does not require special preparation. For the results to be reliable, and the device did not fail, during the inspection, if possible, remove all jewelry and metal objects. Be sure to warn the doctor before the beginning of the procedure about the presence in the body of implants, stents and any other third-party items.
Even with severe damage to the shoulder joint, the MRI will be painless. A strong magnetic field, in which the patient enters the examination, does not pose any threat and is completely harmless.