Uses of MRI Scans

X-rays are wonderful. They are relatively fast, useful tests for fractures and other bone abnormalities in a patient. However, they are mainly only good for bones. What if your soft tissue…is the issue? That’s where magnetic resonance imaging comes in. From the traditional tube-like MRI scanner to the open MRI machine, this form of test is essential to correctly diagnosing a huge variety of medical conditions.

Cancer

Cancerous cells and tumors often respond differently to the magnetic waves used in MRI scans. This makes MRI scans an excellent choice when testing for various types of cancer, including in the …