MRI Both Wrist is a specialized MRI examination that provides detailed imaging of both wrist joints to evaluate bone, cartilage, tendon, ligament, and soft-tissue abnormalities, helping diagnose injuries, arthritis, inflammation, and other causes of wrist pain or dysfunction.
Disclaimer: Result availability is subject to the laboratory's schedule and test availability.
Yes. MRI can provide detailed assessment of ligament sprains or tears, tendon injuries, inflammation, and other soft-tissue abnormalities.
Usually, no special preparation is required for a non-contrast examination. Inform the MRI team about metallic implants, pacemakers, previous surgeries, pregnancy or possible pregnancy, and other implanted medical devices.
Depending on the findings, your doctor may recommend X-ray, ultrasound, CT, nerve conduction studies, EMG, blood tests, or consultation with an orthopedic, rheumatology, hand, or sports-medicine specialist.
MRI Both Wrist may be recommended for patients with pain, swelling, stiffness, weakness, reduced wrist movement, suspected injury, or symptoms affecting both wrists. It may also be advised when a detailed comparison of both wrists is clinically useful.
The examination provides detailed images of the wrist bones, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, muscles, nerves, joints, and surrounding soft tissues.