MRI of the Lower Leg

An MRI of the lower leg gives a detailed view of the structures between the knee and the ankle — the calf muscles such as the gastrocnemius and soleus, the Achilles and other tendons, the connective tissues and the two long bones of the lower leg, the tibia and fibula, including their marrow. Because it shows muscle, tendon and early bone changes so clearly, it is the scan typically used to investigate calf strains and tears, Achilles tendon injuries and…

At MojaDiagnoza the examination is acquired on the centre's own MRI system, with the leg positioned in the imaging field while you lie still for the sequences, generally around fifteen to twenty-five minutes. Ear protection is provided as the scanner is loud during acquisition. A lower-leg scan costs 739 zł, the same rate as the thigh, hand and foot. Where a soft-tissue mass needs further characterisation, the radiologist may suggest adding contrast,…