Question 1

had an mri of foot. i didn't realise l had a metal zipper in my pants , l felt like i was being pulled in the machine. will my scans still be ok

Accepted Answer

Probably OK: Your MRI was being monitored by the technician and (s)he would have repeated any parts that weren't clear. Most zippers are made of non magnetic metal.

Question 2

hurt my ankle about sept 20th did mri of foot and now did mri on ankle could it be fratured.  been in pain and cant walk on it since sept 20th. ?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: It's not likely to be fractured if the MRI's were normal. You may have had a severe sprain which requires more aggressive rehabilitation exercises . Best to consult with an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in ankle sprain.

Question 3

foot problem or piched nerve in back? pain in foot when standing. when lift foot off ground pain goes away? mri of foot normal. pinched nerve in back

Accepted Answer

Devil in details.: Not quite enough information to help a whole lot. The pain could be due a nerve problem in the foot. The increased pressure with standing might be affecting a nerve. The exact location and type of pain are essential to solving the problem. The back could also be involved. To remove all doubt, seek an evaluation by a neurologist, orthopedic surgeon or a podiatrist. Maybe even all three.

Question 4

had another mri of foot doctor said there is a little inflamtion of achilles but not much.  he said he is stumped as to why i am in so much pain in my achilles.  i asked if it could be from the calcaneal spur and he said it could be.  but i am in pain eve

Accepted Answer

Try Voltaren (diclofenac) gel: Apply voltaren (diclofenac) gel to the area of tenderness - cover the gel with Saran wrap to enhance absorption and keep the gel from being absorbed by clothing - leave the area covered for 3-4 hours/ day - should work in 3-4 days (voltaren (diclofenac) (diclofenac) gel is an anti

inflammatory NSAID like celebrex) - requires a prescription.

Question 5

tips on how to read an mri of the foot?

Accepted Answer

Be cautious: In interpreting the study yourself. These take quite a bit of training to do interpret correctly. Best bet, have a radiologist trained in musculoskeletal MRI read the exam.

Question 6

i had an mri of my foot/ankle today as a follow-up to a talus injury-. i was face-down during the mri & the pain had me in tears.  not normal is it?

Accepted Answer

Injury: After injury, wounds form scar tissue. This band of tissue is tight and  will require movement to loosen. Further, the talus needs to move so that the joint can be "lubricated". By immobilizing the joint during healing, the scar binds to surrounding tissue, and the immobile joint doesn't get lubricated. When prone, the foot position stretches the scar and moves the talar joint. This causes pain.

Question 7

i got an mri of my foot done and it reported that i have moderate plantar fascitis with partial tear of proximal central cord. i also have mild peroneus longus tendinosis. the doctor has recommended prp. do you agree?

Accepted Answer

PRP: Platelet rch plasma injections are a reasonable option for your problem. However no guarantees can be given for this type of treatment and unfortunately insurance does not cover the cost in most cases. Other conservative options include cortizone (hydrocortisone) injections, stretching, orthotics,  and other modalities including night splints. Surgery is rarely necessary.

Question 8

what does a mri of the ankle/ foot show?

Accepted Answer

Abnormality search: MRI would be ordered to look for some abnormal process in foot or ankle from slight fracture to bone Spurs to tendon or ligament injuries. Could also be looking for other injury or presence of infection. Need to discuss with whoever ordered exam.

Question 9

i had an mri of the right foot and findings are as followed "there are findings suggestive for a small degenerative subarticular cyst noted just anter?

Accepted Answer

WHAT'S QUESTION?: I don't know what you're asking. If there is pain clinically at the location seen on MR, it's a significant finding. Otherwise, just an incidental finding.

Question 10

my doc ordered an mri of my right foot and leg because i have had pain and swelling for three months around my outer ankle. what will mri show?

Accepted Answer

Problems with bones: Mri is a very advanced test and it gives structural  information about the muscles bones and tendons as well as joints. Any problem from infection, fractures, dislocation or cancer  inflammation, abscess all will show up in a MRI scan it is expensive but extremely useful test especially if  we are not sure of what is the cause of your pain. I hope this helps.

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Had an mri of foot. i didn't realise l had a metal zipper in my pants , l felt like i was being pulled in the machine. will my scans still be ok

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Hurt my ankle about sept 20th did mri of foot and now did mri on ankle could it be fratured. been in pain and cant walk on it since sept 20th. ?

A member asked:

Foot problem or piched nerve in back? pain in foot when standing. when lift foot off ground pain goes away? mri of foot normal. pinched nerve in back

A member asked:

Had another mri of foot doctor said there is a little inflamtion of achilles but not much. he said he is stumped as to why i am in so much pain in my achilles. i asked if it could be from the calcaneal spur and he said it could be. but i am in pain eve

A member asked:

Tips on how to read an mri of the foot?

A member asked:

I had an mri of my foot/ankle today as a follow-up to a talus injury-. i was face-down during the mri & the pain had me in tears. not normal is it?

A member asked:

I got an mri of my foot done and it reported that i have moderate plantar fascitis with partial tear of proximal central cord. i also have mild peroneus longus tendinosis. the doctor has recommended prp. do you agree?

A member asked:

What does a mri of the ankle/ foot show?

A member asked:

I had an mri of the right foot and findings are as followed "there are findings suggestive for a small degenerative subarticular cyst noted just anter?

A member asked:

My doc ordered an mri of my right foot and leg because i have had pain and swelling for three months around my outer ankle. what will mri show?

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