MRI is one of the most important diagnostic tests performed on patients suffering from knee joint pain. In addition to the low radiation emission produced by the magnet during the examination, the MRI of the knee indicates the following lesions that may be present in the knee joint. The examination is considered essential to evaluate the condition of the joint as well as will accurately indicate the treatment to be followed.
REASONS
Possible ruptures or injuries to the meniscus
Possible tears in the cruciate ligaments
Chondropathy - Chondromalacia
Pattela injury
Swelling in the joint
Baker cyst in the joint
Possible ruptures of the ligaments
Bone injuries (fractures and bone swellings)