An MRI (or magnetic resonance
imaging) scan is a radiology technique that uses magnetism, radio waves, and
a computer to produce images of body structures. The MRI scanner is a tube
surrounded by a giant circular magnet. The patient is placed on a moveable
bed that is inserted into the magnet. The magnet creates a strong magnetic
field that aligns the protons of hydrogen atoms, which are then exposed to a
beam of radio waves. This spins the various protons of the body, and they
produce a faint signal that is detected by the receiver portion of the MRI
scanner. The receiver information is processed by a computer, and an image
is produced. The image and resolution produced by MRI is quite detailed and
can detect tiny changes of structures within the body.MRI
is primarily a medical imaging technique most commonly used in radiology to
visualize the internal structure and function of the body. MRI provides much
greater contrast between the different soft tissues of the body than
computed tomography (CT) does, making it especially useful in
musculoskeletal imaging.
The Center for Bone and Joint
Disease offers MRI services at our Hudson Office location. Call (727)
861-5079 to speak to our MRI Patient Care Specialist for appointments or
questions .
Physical
Therapy
Our physical therapists manage, treat
disorders and injuries of the musculoskeletal system as well as rehabilitate
patients post orthopedic surgery. Our therapists are trained in the
treatment of post operative joints, acute sports injuries, arthritis and
much more. Strength training, hot/cold packs, therapeutic exercise, manual
therapy and electrical stimulation are often used to expedite recovery in
the orthopedic setting. Those who have suffered injury or disease affecting
the muscles, bones, ligaments, or tendons of the body may benefit from
assessment by a physical therapist.
The goal of our physical therapist is
to relieve pain, swelling, increase mobility, improve function and return
the patient to a normal lifestyle. Call
(727) 863-4122 to speak with our friendly Physical Therapy Patient Care
Specialist in Hudson or (352) 597-7403 in Brooksville.
On Site X-ray Services
All of our office locations offer on site x-ray service .
Care Credit is a personal line of credit for healthcare treatments and
procedures for your entire family, including your pets. It works like a
credit card but it has two advantages. It can only be used for healthcare
services and you can get No Interest* financing every time you use it.
Simply pay your minimum monthly payment and pay off the entire balance by
the end of your promotional period and you pay No Interest. If you need more
time to pay for your procedure, you can take advantage of our extended
payment plans with low, fixed interest rates.
