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MR shoulder images explanation – what do the images tell us?

MR shoulder images explanation helps you to better understand the images of your shoulder. You can then see with your own eyes whether structures such as tendons, muscles and bursae are intact or injured. Tumors can also be shown or ruled out. MRI offers high-resolution insights that are superior to other imaging techniques.

Tendon rupture shoulder MR image – what can be seen?

An Tendon rupture shoulder MR image clearly shows whether and to what extent the rotator cuff or other shoulder tendons are affected. This is essential for deciding on conservative treatment or surgery.

Typical complaints and when a shoulder MRI makes sense

  • Persistent pain in the shoulder joint
  • Movement restrictions
  • Suspected tendon rupture, bursitis, labrum injury, osteoarthritis or tumor
  • Clarification after accidents or sports accidents
  • All of these points apply if the clinical questions cannot be sufficiently clarified by X-ray or ultrasound and the result of the MRI examination indicates a therapeutic consequence.
Your advantages with Talk2Friedrich for shoulder MRIs
Dr. Friedrich explains shoulder pain with MRI

Interpreter of musculoskeletal radiology

Dr. Friedrich explains your MR shoulder images independently and in easy-to-understand terms, helping you to get an idea of your symptoms yourself.

Uncomplicated and reliable

You can easily and conveniently make an appointment for a personal consultation with Dr. Friedrich via video call online, from home or on the go, and have your MR shoulder images explained to you in a relaxed atmosphere during the appointment.

Benefit from experience

Benefit from Dr. Friedrich’s specialization in MRI joints and MRI spine and his resulting experience in MR shoulder image explanation.

FAQ – frequently asked questions about MR imaging of the shoulder

Do I have to go all the way into the scanner for a shoulder MRI?

When examining the shoulder using MR imaging, the shoulder to be examined must be positioned in the middle of the MR scanner so that the upper body and head are also in the tube, while the lower sections of the legs protrude more or less out of the tube depending on body size.

How long does an MRI of the shoulder take?

The MR examination of the shoulder takes an average of 10 to 25 minutes, depending on the problem and image resolution. Examinations with contrast medium take longer than those without.

How much does the image consultation at Talk2Friedrich cost?

The personal consultation with Dr. Friedrich takes place at a transparent fixed price, which you can already see when you make an appointment online.
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