Alliance Medical Ltd Manchester Airport is a highly renowned and established diagnostic imaging centre providing both private and NHS patients with access to positional, open and upright MRI and ultrasound. The MRI scanner is the most open type of scanner, meaning that it is more likely to be tolerated by claustrophobic patients, and it can also accommodate patients who cannot lie in a normal MRI scanner, such as patients with kyphosis, high BMI, and vertigo. The scanner can also be used to scan patients in weight-bearing positions, which can contribute to the diagnostic information.

The centre, which is part of Alliance Medical and located at Kingsley Hall, is conveniently located near Manchester Airport, providing open scanning facilities to patients in both the Manchester area and overseas. Visitors to the scanning centre can expect a comfortable visit in a beautifully furnished environment, expertly cared for by the centre's dedicated, highly experienced and skilled staff.

The centre notably comprises of an impressive open and upright MRI scanning room that contains relax-vision panels to increase the open feeling of the room. When it comes to the overall patient experience, patients can choose whether they wish to watch television or listen to the radio during their scan. The centre also offers a consulting room, which allows the centre to offer ultrasound scanning and a full range of ultrasound guided injections.

Tel: 0161 493 9633

Alliance Medical Ltd Manchester Airport is accessible by car via the M56 and A555, with free on-site parking available. Access can also be made via train, bus, tram, or for patients arriving by plane at Manchester Airport.

MRI scan - 1 area in Manchester

Alliance Medical Ltd Manchester Airport

Greater Manchester, Kingsley Hall, 20 Bailey Lane, Wythenshawe. M90 4AN

Price:

£550.00

(VAT free)

MRI scan - 1 area

This MRI scan of one area of the body provided by Alliance Medical to detect many neurological and musculoskeletal conditions. The test can be used for all areas of the body, and is especially useful for detecting soft tissue problems, such as with nerves, muscles, tendons, and ligaments.

What important information do I need to inform the clinic of before the scan?

If you have been referred to have an MRI scan, or you are choosing to book one for yourself, before you go ahead you should inform the clinic if you have or are experiencing any of the following:

You are or might be pregnant.
You have a heart pacemaker fitted.
You have previously had an artificial heart valve fitted.
You have an electronic drug delivery device fitted.
You have a cochlear implant.
You have had any surgical procedures on your head.
You have any metal implants in your body.
You have any surgical clips fitted.
You have had a capsule endoscopy.
If there is a possibility that you have metal fragments in your eyes, such as working with metal at high speed, or from an injury. If there is any possibility, an X-ray may be necessary as the MRI scanner emits powerful magnetic rays which can cause injury by moving metal fragments that are in the body.

How do I prepare for the MRI scan?

Before you arrive for the scan, the clinic will send you a set of questions such as those above, to ensure that it is safe for you to go ahead with the scan.

In most cases, it is not necessary to make any special preparations before the scan, such as changes to your diet or not eating in the hours before. However, if this is required, the clinic will inform you beforehand.

Do not wear jewellery or clothing with metal buttons or zips.

You may bring a friend or companion with you for the scan, if this helps you to feel more comfortable. Arrive in plenty of time before your scheduled appointment time, and bring your appointment letter with you.

What happens during the MRI scan?

After you have checked in at the reception, a member of the team will explain everything to you, make sure that you are comfortable, and ask you to fill out the safety questionnaire. You will be provided with a space to leave your personal possessions.

The radiography team will take care of you throughout the procedure, and be on hand in case you are feeling any discomfort.

A gadolinium contrast medium may be necessary to be injected before the scan, depending on the information that is needed. This helps the radiography team to see more from the scan if this is required.
The contrast medium usually either has no side-effects or mild side-effects, including nausea, itching, dizziness, and headaches.

The procedure consists of several scans lasting a few minutes each, with the whole procedure lasting between 15-60 minutes. The radiographer can see you the whole time, and is on hand to help in case you are feeling uncomfortable.

What happens after the MRI scan?

Following the scan, you can return to your normal activities without restrictions. There are no restrictions to eating, drinking, driving, or physical activity.

If a contrast medium was required, you will be monitored for 15 minutes following the procedure to check that you are not experiencing any side-effects.

The radiographer will examine the scans following the procedure, and send the results to your doctor or consultant in the days following the scan. Only your doctor or consultant can discuss the results with you, not the staff at the clinic.

What kind of scanners are available?

At Manchester Airport Scanning Centre patients have access to an ASG Paramed MRI Open MRI scanner. This differs to the standard MRI scanner which requires patients to lie down for the scan, and instead allows patients to be seated or standing for the scan, depending on the area of the body being scanned. This is particularly beneficial to patients who may suffer from claustrophobia, have high BMI, kyphosis, or other conditions that mean laying down may be more difficult.

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