When you go to your doctor with symptoms of possible medical conditions that are not immediately obvious, there are a variety of diagnostic tools they can use to see what is going on inside the body. Computed tomography (CT) scans and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are two options that can help uncover injuries, illnesses, and […]
Lung cancer is a serious and potentially life-threatening disease. While it can impact otherwise healthy people in a variety of age groups, there are some factors which can put you at an increased risk. Avoiding bad habits, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and reporting any unusual symptoms immediately to your medical provider are all steps you […]
When you suffer an injury or experience symptoms related to an underlying health condition, medical imaging can play a significant role in your diagnosis and treatment. It encompasses a broad range of technologies that create visual representations of what is going on inside your body. A radiologist works to administer these tests properly, interpret the […]
The human body is made up of numerous bones, muscles, joints, tendons, cartilage, and other connective tissues. Referred to as the musculoskeletal system, these areas work together to provide body form, shape, and support for internal organs. This system also plays a key role in providing strength and stability in movements, such as walking, sitting, […]
When pain brings you to the doctor, the hope is to leave with a quick fix. There’s little that is more disappointing than being told that you’ll have to wait for relief and that testing is required. The professionals at Intermountain Medical Imaging (IMI) in Boise understand that when you come in for one of […]
Joint pain and stiffness are common symptoms that can have significant impacts on every area of your life. Often occurring as the result of age, overuse, or accidental injuries, problems within the joints and surrounding tissues are often to blame and are difficult for doctors to pinpoint through a medical exam. Arthrography is a test […]
Medical imaging is used to diagnose, treat, and monitor a variety of medical conditions. It has truly revolutionized how doctors treat patients and has proven to be a valuable aid in their recovery. Instead of having to rely on exploratory surgery or other unnecessary and invasive procedures, it provides doctors with highly detailed images of […]
While diagnostic imaging can help detect a variety of injuries and chronic medical conditions, problems with the back or spine can pose unique challenges. At Intermountain Medical Imaging, myelography is one of the tools we use to address this issue. A myelogram allows for imaging of neural structures inside the spinal canal at the same […]
Medical imaging plays a vital role in protecting your health. Whether it involves identifying and diagnosing an injury or illness or monitoring the progress of treatments you have received, procedures such as MRIs, CT scans, and ultrasounds or x-rays provide valuable insights to your physicians. At Intermountain Medical Imaging, our team of highly skilled radiologists […]
The pelvic region encompasses a series of bones, muscles, and ligaments at the lower part of the trunk, which are crucial to a variety of bodily functions. Within the pelvis, the pelvic floor stretches between the pubic bone and the spine, acting as a sling to support organs such as the bladder, rectum, uterus, and […]
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