Try to Relax

Some patients are nervous about the MRI or uncomfortable with the thought of being on their back for that amount of time. We do have several options available to you. The first and easiest is that many patients find it relaxing to simply have a cool washcloth over their forehead or eyes during the procedure. Most people fall asleep due to the repetitive hypnotic knocking noise.

If you feel it might be helpful, you may ask to bring a family member or friend into the scanning room with you. Many people feel it is comforting just knowing someone else is right there at their side. Please keep in mind, once you are positioned on the table, the average scan time is approximately 30 minutes. This may vary depending on the area we are scanning. Click here to learn more about claustrophobia.