9 Things to Know Before You Get an MRI
6. Think of nicer things
It will be a little difficult to just lie there with all the noise and covered by a machine. You may even feel claustrophobic. To stay immobile, close your eyes shut and think of nicer things in life. Before you know it the scan will be over.
7. It takes only 30 minutes to be done
You do not have to lie prone inside the machine for too long. The whole process only takes around 30 minutes.
8. It is safe
Although it uses magnetic and radio waves to scan and image your body, it is completely safe and if you still have any lingering doubts, you can always get them cleared with the doctor or the technician who is taking down your details and asking you all the questions.
9. You can breathe
Sometimes the whole experience and the slew of instructions will make you nervous and you will have trouble breathing or will try to hold your breath. You do not have to do this as you can breathe normally. Do not give too much attention to it either as you will have difficulties breathing then.
