MRI of the elbow joint
An MRI of the elbow joint is usually prescribed to clarify the results of an x-ray when a more accurate understanding of the nature of the injury is needed. MRI of the elbow allows you to study in detail the structure of the soft tissues of the joint itself (cartilage, capsule) and the formations surrounding it – ligaments, tendons, muscles.
Indications for MRI of the elbow joint
- Chronic pain, stiffness and swelling in the joint area
- Arthrosis and arthritis
- Connective tissue diseases affecting the joint
- Inflammatory and purulent diseases, elbow hemorrhages
- Injuries (fractures, cracks, tendon ruptures, etc.) and habitual dislocations
- Accumulation of fluid in the joint cavity
- Suspicion of tumors and metastases of the elbow
MRI of the elbow also used in cases where the symptoms remain unclear using other diagnostic methods.
At the Prima Medica medical center you will be able to quickly undergo an MRI of the elbow joint at a favorable price.