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Hand & Wrist MRI Scan
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Your hands and wrists are essential for almost every activity, from work to leisure. While many aches and pains from overuse may resolve on their own, some conditions, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, can cause permanent nerve damage if left undiagnosed and untreated. A Hand and Wrist MRI Scan at Unirad UK provides the detailed, high-resolution images needed for a precise and timely diagnosis.
We offer fast, affordable, and expert-led private MRI scans in Glasgow, so you can get the answers you need to protect your hand and wrist health.
Why choose Unirad UK for your hand and wrist MRI scan?
Affordable
Our scans are competitively priced, with options starting from just £225. We believe in transparent, all-inclusive pricing.
Fast & Accessible
We offer rapid access with appointments available at our Glasgow clinic, often within a few days, at a time that suits you.
Dedicated Support
Our Patient Care Team is here to help, available weekdays from 8 am to 8 pm and weekends from 8 am to 1 pm.
What is a Hand and Wrist MRI Scan?
An MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scan is a safe, painless, and non-invasive procedure that uses powerful magnetic fields and radio waves to create high-quality, cross-sectional images inside your body. It is a powerful diagnostic tool that does not use potentially harmful radiation.
The hand and wrist area is complex, with numerous bones, tendons, ligaments, and nerves. Your MRI scan will be focused on a specific area, depending on your symptoms, and can include:
Wrist MRI: Covering the eight wrist bones, ligaments, cartilage, and muscles.
Palm MRI: Focusing on the five metacarpal bones, nerves, and tendons.
Thumb or Finger MRI: Examining the phalanges, joints, and tendons.
When Should I Consider a Hand or Wrist MRI Scan?
You should consider a private hand or wrist MRI scan if you have been experiencing problems that have lasted for more than a few weeks. Symptoms that might indicate the need for a scan include:
Recurring pain in the wrist or hand
Numbness or tingling sensations
Limited range of motion
Swelling or inflammation
Pain following a sports injury or impact
What Can a Hand or Wrist MRI Scan Detect?
The detailed images from your scan will allow our consultant radiologists to detect a wide range of issues. The specific conditions that can be diagnosed depend on the area being scanned:
Wrist Scan: Injuries from impacts or repetitive stress, arthritis, ganglion cysts, Kienbock’s disease, and the severity of carpal tunnel syndrome.
Palm Scan: Fractures, inflammation, ligament tears, and nerve damage.
Thumb or Finger Scan: Fractures, osteoarthritis, and tendinitis.
The results of your scan will provide your physician with the crucial information needed to make an informed diagnosis and recommend the most appropriate treatment.
Preparing for Your Scan
Our Patient Care Team will ensure you are fully prepared for your appointment. Please inform us about your medical history, especially if you have any implants or conditions that might affect the scan, such as pacemakers, cochlear implants, artificial joints, or if you are pregnant or claustrophobic.
An elbow MRI scan takes approximately 40 minutes. We ask that you arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment to check in. You will be asked to remove any metal objects or jewellery and may be given a gown to wear.
Our Private Hand or Wrist MRI Scan Packages
We offer three flexible and affordable packages. All our prices include a full report from a consultant radiologist and access to all your scan images, which you will receive within three working days.
