MRI of the radiocarpal joint

The service is provided only by appointment of a specialist.

During the examination, a magnetic resonance scan of the radiocarpal joint is performed to assess the condition of the tissues and identify possible pathologies.

Indications for the procedure:

• Degenerative changes in the radiocarpal joint.
• Old injuries and post-traumatic changes.
• Pain in the hand or wrist.
• Suspected tumors or other pathologies of the radiocarpal joint.

Duration of the procedure: 20 minutes. The examination is performed by a radiologist and an X-ray technician.

Age restrictions: the service is available to patients of any age

Preparation for the examination:

No special preparation is required, but the following recommendations should be followed:

• Wear comfortable underwear made of natural materials.
• Avoid wearing jewelry and costume jewelry.
• Limit the use of cosmetics on the face, as some types of mascara can cause image distortion.

Contraindications:

• Presence of pacemakers, ferromagnetic clips, large fragments located near large vessels or important organs in the body. The presence of fragments is a relative contraindication, so the possibility of undergoing the study should be discussed with a radiologist.
• Patients with severe forms of claustrophobia may require sedation for the study.

For a scheduled visit, be at the reception of the department 15 minutes before the study.

The result (description) is provided within 6 hours, in complex cases the period may be extended to 24 hours.