Spine MRI Scan Glasgow | Private & Affordable Diagnostic Imaging

Spine MRI Scan

Immediate Access to an Accurate Diagnosis

While occasional back pain is a common complaint, persistent or severe pain in your spine that interferes with your daily life may require a closer look. A Spine MRI Scan at Unirad UK provides a detailed, comprehensive view of your entire spinal column—including the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions—to accurately pinpoint the cause of your discomfort.

We offer fast, affordable, and expert-led private MRI scans in Glasgow, so you can get the answers you need and take the first step toward effective treatment.

Why choose Unirad UK for your spine 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 Spine 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. Unlike X-rays, MRI scans do not use potentially harmful radiation.

A spine MRI scan can focus on one or more of the three main sections of your spine, depending on your symptoms:

Cervical Spine Scan: Examines the seven vertebrae in your neck (C1-C7).
Thoracic Spine Scan: Covers the 12 vertebrae in your mid-back (T1-T12).
Lumbar and Sacral Spine Scan: Focuses on the five vertebrae in your lower back (L1-L5) and the bony shield (sacrum) that connects your spine to your pelvis.

What Symptoms Would Prompt a Spine MRI Scan?

You should consider a private spine MRI scan if you are experiencing persistent or unexplained symptoms such as:

A shooting or burning pain in your spine or limbs
Numbness or tingling in your hands or feet
Weakness, incoordination, or paralysis in any part of your body
Pain that is interfering with your mobility or daily activities

What Can a Spine MRI Scan Detect?

The detailed images from your scan will allow our consultant radiologists to detect a wide range of injuries and conditions, including:

Herniated discs or disc degeneration
Spinal fractures
Pinched nerves
Spinal cord damage or lesions
Inflammation or infections
Tumours or cysts
Improper spine curvature or congenital defects

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, whether that’s physical therapy, medication, or surgery.

How to Prepare 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, artificial joints, or if you are pregnant or claustrophobic.

A single-part spine MRI scan typically takes around 20 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 Spine 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.

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