MS and MRI
Magnetic resonance imaging (or MRI) is a type of scan that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed images inside the body. In Multiple Sclerosis (MS), MRIs are used to look at the brain and spinal cord, therefore regular scans are an important part of disease management.
Some people compare MS to an iceberg; visible symptoms are the tip, and other signs of disease progression lay beneath the surface and are only detectable using MRI.
MRI and advances in scanning technology have changed how we diagnose MS. While it is an important tool in helping to manage and monitor your MS, having an MRI can be daunting. This page aims to tell you more about this essential piece of technology and help you feel prepared for your next (or maybe first) scan.
What is MRI?
MRI has been around for many years and is used widely across healthcare as an identification, measurement and diagnosis tool, but what is MRI? Why is it used in MS? And how can MRIs play an important part in your MS management? Watch to find out.
Still looking for more information? Maybe you’re interested in:
MS Care
Find out more here
The MS landscape is evolving, and your MS Team can help you to navigate it. Know your choices and make informed decisions together.
Understanding MS
Click here
Improve your understanding of MS and find out how you can optimise your MS management.