I have probably had a dozen or more MRI's and I have found the best way is to ask for a blanket, close my eyes and meditate. I just focus on my breath going in and then going out. If I get an itch (which I always seems to happen - on my face when I am wearing the cage on my head, or on my body somewhere I can't move to scratch) I try and focus really hard on an area that doesn't itch - like my big toe.

I end up being in a state of deep relaxation when I come out - in spite ofthe noise.

I hope that this helps

Lyn