In the late 1970s, the first MRI procedure was performed on a human. Since then, countless magnetic resonance imaging scans have been performed on patients to determine potential issues with:

·    Dementia

·    Head Trauma

·    Brain Tumors

·    Physical Body Processes

·    Tissues

·    Bone Density

·    Toxicity

The detailed information that a doctor or medical professional can get through an MRI proves invaluable to treating or preventing genetic illnesses and external traumas.

If you have an upcoming MRI procedure, consider the following things to know that will ensure accurate results to determine the best and most effective treatment methods for your condition.

Pre-Procedure

Every medical office will have specific prerequisites that a patient must adhere to in order to guarantee safety during an MRI.

Typically, those who are about to receive an MRI should do the following to prepare:

·    Drink plenty of fluids 4 hours before the procedure

·    Avoid wearing perfumes, powders, and skin creams

·    Avoid ingesting any heavily metallic substances

·    Inform medical staff of any metal objects within the body

Since an MRI uses magnets, it is imperative to avoid any metallic substances in or around the machine to reduce the risk of injury to the MRI machine and the patient.

During
The Scan

A patient must be as still as possible during an MRI scan. However, because an MRI machine is relatively small, this can be difficult for patients to do. Fortunately, sedation MRI in New Jersey is available to patients who can’t lay still long enough to get accurate readings.

Post
MRI

MRI procedures are non-invasive and can be completed relatively quickly. Regular eating and drinking habits can resume after the scan. However, if you received any sedation for the procedure, you may need to wait to operate heavy machinery until the effects wear off.