Q1: I fell and now my shoulder hurts, but X-rays show no fracture. Should I get an MRI?Yes. Even if X-rays are normal, trauma may cause ligament tears, tendon injuries, cartilage damage, or subtle fractures not visible on X-ray. MRI provides high-resolution, radiation-free images of all shoulder structures, allowing accurate diagnosis. Q2: Can res...
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Q1: My shoulder hurts and I feel numbness or weakness in my arm. Should I get an MRI?Yes. Numbness or weakness may indicate nerve compression, rotator cuff or tendon tears, or cervical spine-related issues affecting the shoulder. X-rays cannot detect soft tissue or nerve problems, and ultrasound is limited for deep structures. MRI provides high-res...
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Q1: I have shoulder pain that worsens when lifting my arm. Could it be a rotator cuff tear, and should I get an MRI?Yes. Pain with overhead movements, weakness, or limited range of motion may indicate rotator cuff tendon tears or other ligament injuries. X-rays cannot detect tendon tears, and ultrasound may miss deeper tears. MRI provides high-reso...
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Q1: My shoulder pain is stopping me from performing at work or during sports. Should I get an MRI?Yes. Pain that limits movement, strength, or endurance may indicate rotator cuff tears, tendon or ligament injuries, or early cartilage damage. X-rays often appear normal, and physical exams cannot reliably detect structural injuries. MRI provides deta...
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Q1: I have ongoing shoulder pain that doesn’t improve with physiotherapy or rest. Should I get an MRI?Yes. Persistent shoulder pain may indicate rotator cuff tears, tendon inflammation, ligament damage, or early joint degeneration. X-rays may show nothing, and physical exams alone cannot confirm structural injuries. MRI provides high-resolution, ...
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