[bizi]

I have been having increasingly painful right shoulder ...yuck grammer.
anyway I am having an MRI tomorrow of it finally and will see a new doctor first one I did not like so am seeing a new one.
any body have them do I need to take some klonipin before I go?
bizi

[Hockey]

Good luck with the MRI, Bizi. If you've never had one, I don't think it's a bad idea to take something to keep you calm. I know folks without any issues about small spaces who felt anxious in the tube. My other bits of practical advice are to visit the washroom beforehand and accept a blanket - it can be cold in there.

Cheers

[Mari]

Beth,

I've had three MRIs -- one of my knee and two of my head.
(The knee test left my head out side the machine, the first head test was in an open MRI machine, the second head test was tight and cramped but I was not bothered).

The worst thing about the MRI is having to be still. The techs are very clear that you cannot move during the test.
Find out a head of time how long the test lasts.

Sometimes the tech will ask you what radio station you want to listen to.
The tech will be in another room and will be able to talk and listen to you during the test.

The machine makes lots of noise. It sounds like banginng most of the time.

I did not feel anxious or claustrophobic but by the time I took the third (tight) test I knew what to expect.

Good luck.
It will be good to get some answers.

M.

[Pamster]

I have had two MRI's and it's just like Mari described Beth. I would take the klono, definitely, just to help stay relaxed. Be prepared fo it to hurt really bad when the test is done and you finally get to move again, take it slow and you should be just fine.

[bizi]

thank you for the wonderful suggestions:
bathroom
klonipin,
blanket
I don't know if it is open or closed I should have asked.
bizi

[Isis]

Mari nailed it.
I use my time to daydream or plan something.
It's a good time to do nothing.