MRI of the Shoulder Joint

An MRI of the shoulder gives a detailed view of the complex soft-tissue anatomy of the joint: the four rotator-cuff tendons, the cartilage rim known as the labrum, the joint capsule and ligaments, the biceps tendon and the surrounding muscles, together with the bones of the shoulder. These structures are difficult to assess on plain X-rays, so MRI is the preferred way to examine them in depth. At Ultra MR the scan is performed on a Siemens MAGNETOM 3…

The examination is commonly requested for persistent shoulder pain, weakness or difficulty lifting the arm, a restricted range of movement, clicking or instability, and assessment after a fall, dislocation or sporting injury. For the scan the shoulder is positioned in a dedicated coil and supported so that it stays still throughout; you lie on the table and hearing protection is provided because of the scanner noise. A shoulder MRI typically takes around…

Ultra MR prices joint MRI per joint and offers a discounted package when two joints are examined in the same visit. For certain questions — for example suspected labral problems or shoulder instability — a specialised MR arthrography, in which contrast is placed into the joint, is offered as a separate in-clinic procedure. The radiologist's written report is emailed within 72 hours, with express CITO and Ukrainian-language reporting available as paid…