What is an MRI?

MRI, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, is a method used by physicians to look inside the human body to obtain diagnostic information. Incorporating an advanced technology, MRI produces images.

This technique is now commonly used as a primary diagnostic tool. It can help provide a quick and accurate diagnosis for your physician, which in some situations, can reduce the need for exploratory surgery and other diagnostic procedures which might have associated risk. MR is a non-invasive procedure, and there are no known side or after effects. The procedure is painless; in fact, you won't see or feel anything. A faint knocking sound will be heard which is simply the imaging process in operation.