Can you use lido patches on lumbar bfore/during an mri (no contrast) ? can not lie still on back very long, legs will start jumping by themselves...

Better options: Many transdermal patches contain aluminum and may cause burns during an MRI scan. Since it can be difficult to visually see all the layers of a transdermal patch, it is generally discouraged to use them during an MRI test, though not absolutely contraindicated. Many people have pain and cannot hold still for mri. Options include oral sedatives or in more difficult cases conscious IV sedation.