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Diagnopein MRI Cervical Spine Scan Centre in Karad

An MRI Cervical Spine Scan produces clear, cross-sectional images of the neck vertebrae (C1–C7), spinal cord, intervertebral discs, ligaments, and nerves. This scan helps evaluate any compression, inflammation, or structural changes in the cervical region that could be responsible for chronic neck pain or neurological symptoms.

Doctors typically recommend this scan when patients experience:

  • Persistent neck or shoulder pain

  • Numbness or tingling in hands or arms

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Importance of MRI Cervical Spine Scan

The cervical spine (neck region) plays a crucial role in supporting the head and facilitating movement. It also houses the spinal cord, which transmits messages between the brain and body. Any damage, compression, or disease in this area can lead to serious neurological complications.

MRI Cervical Spine Scan is important because:

  1. It enables accurate detection of degenerative diseases such as spondylosis and disc prolapse.

  2. It identifies infections, tumors, or inflammation that may be invisible in X-rays.

  3. It assists in pre- and post-surgical assessment of the cervical spine region.

  4. It provides early diagnosis, helping doctors prevent further nerve damage and manage symptoms effectively.

By offering high-definition imaging of soft tissues, the scan ensures that even small abnormalities are not missed during diagnosis.

Benefits of MRI Cervical Spine Scan

  1. Non-invasive and radiation-free: MRI uses magnetic fields, making it safer than other imaging modalities.

  2. Detailed soft tissue visibility: Provides clear visualization of discs, ligaments, and nerves.

  3. Accurate diagnosis: Detects the precise cause of neck or nerve pain.

  4. Early treatment planning: Helps doctors design specific treatment or surgical approaches.

  5. Quick and painless: The scan process is smooth and usually completed within 30–45 minutes.

For patients suffering from chronic pain, tingling, or weakness in the upper limbs, the MRI Cervical Spine Scan is an effective investigative tool for precise diagnosis.

How MRI Cervical Spine Scan is Performed

Before the scan, the patient must remove all metallic objects such as jewelry, watches, and belts. The procedure is painless and does not require hospitalization.

  1. Positioning – The patient lies down on a motorized MRI table. The technician positions the head and neck properly using soft cushions for comfort.

  2. Imaging – The table slides into the MRI scanner (a large cylindrical magnet). The scanner takes multiple cross-sectional images.

  3. Duration – The test usually takes 30–45 minutes, during which the patient must stay still to ensure clear images.

  4. Contrast imaging (optional) – In certain cases, a contrast agent is injected to highlight blood vessels or tissues more clearly.

  5. Result interpretation – A radiologist reviews the images and provides a detailed report to the referring physician for diagnosis and treatment planning.

Typical Parameters Used in Cervical Spine MRI

  1. Magnetic field strength: 1.5 Tesla to 3 Tesla

  2. Slice thickness: 3–4 mm

  3. Sequences: T1-weighted, T2-weighted, STIR, and FLAIR sequences

  4. Plane orientation: Sagittal, axial, and coronal

  5. Coil used: Dedicated spine or neck coil for better resolution

These parameters ensure precise visualization of spinal alignment, nerve roots, discs, and surrounding soft tissues.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This scan is typically recommended to diagnose conditions such as herniated discs, cervical stenosis, spondylosis, spinal cord compression, and other issues causing neck pain, arm pain, or neurological symptoms.

It can detect conditions like herniated discs, cervical spondylosis, cervical stenosis, spinal cord compression, neck injuries, and tumors affecting the cervical spine.

No, the MRI cervical spine scan is painless. You may feel some discomfort from lying still during the procedure, but the scan itself does not cause any pain.

You will need to remove any metal items, such as jewelry and eyeglasses, before the scan. If contrast dye is used, you may be asked to refrain from eating or drinking for a few hours prior to the procedure.