Yesterday we discussed that the MRI scan can be used to scan for injuries in the bodies of athletes. These scans are frequently done on the extremeties (the arms and legs) because this is where most sports injuries occur.
However, there are other parts of the body that can be scanned in addition to the extremeties. Here are the five other types of MRI scans:
- Chest / Breast. The breast MRI can screen for cancer but this can also checks out the thoracic spine.
- Cervical spine and neck.
- Head and face. This is used for head injuries, tumor concerns and problems with the face and jaw.
- Abdomen. This scan is important for garnering information about the organs located in the middle of the body. It also scans the lumbar spine.
- Pelvis. This scan is used for both men and women.
Question of the Day: What MRI scan do you think you'd be most likely to need?
