Brain MRI scan protocols, positioning and planning

This video will explain how a brain MRI scan is performed along with examples of the positioning, protocols and planning for a brain magnetic resonance imaging scan.

MRI Brain planning can be found here:

[oliverballam]

Had a brain and ear MRI this morning. Nothing to worry about, yes the machine is loud and you are in a confined space which may make some people uneasy but the technicians are always so nice and make you feel at ease, you can close your eyes and listen to music which helps a lot, also they put a mirror on the head aerial clamp so you can look out. Overall took 30-40 mins. Machine makes lots of weird and wonderful sounds each scan but that’s it, you can talk to the technician at any time and come out of the machine any time incase of panic. You do of course go head first but only the top half of your body goes in, your waist and below are out of the machine. Overall it wasn’t too bad, not the most pleasant of things to do but it’s all for the right reasons.

[pugglepooch]

I had this procedure yesterday although it was a brachial plexus MRI which took approx 50 mins. I wanted to walk away when they told me I’d have to wear a head coil thing over my head..think that’s what it’s called! I was so anxious but the two technicians were so kind, patient and gave me some really helpful tips that made the procedure manageable. Their patience and reassurance was what got me through it as well as music. I would say to anyone that is nervous of this procedure, just close your eyes before they put the headpiece on, keep them closed and focus on the music. I sang the words in my head and thought about my little dog having a wonderful time. It’s surprising how your body gets used to the sensations so just stay focused on listening to what you’re hearing and lovely thoughts. Before you know it, it’s over. I think I was nervous due to feeling trapped but it’s only a thought and not real as you can come out at anytime. 😊

[dsxmra]

if your worried about getting an mri scan then don’t worry, i wasn’t looking forward to it at all, although it was not terrifying at all and if anything relaxing. the noises are not loud and you can barely hear them with music. inside the scanner keep your eyes closed and think that you are in an open space, it helps a lot.

[matteoblasigh]

For a mri technician student these videos are music for ears. Thanks a bunch.

[ccwalker]

I was in one yesterday for the first time for a brain scan. I was freaking out a little at first because I had no idea they were going to snap the other covering unit over my head and i felt like I couldn't breath. The technician moved some of the padding from under my head to give me a little more room and so my nose wasn't pressing against the head unit. They had the head phones and ear plugs but what really helped was they gave me an air hose that I could point towards my face for some air. The other thing that help was going into imagination mode. For me it was piloting a Boeing 777 and having to go through different sounds during flight. Childish maybe but hey it worked for me. Hope I never have to do it again though. I was in there for 68 minutes for a battery of tests plus some dye they shot in me. All in all it was clearly painless. I actually fell asleep for a few minutes.

[ValonMaddox]

These are awesome!! Please do more scanning videos of various exams ( especially the most common ones).

[PizzaMakerNSW]

Thanks for the video. I am now ready to use this YouTube training to acquire my degree in imaging.

[sharonisgar]

I had an open MRI brain scan with and without contrast done today and was highly anxious about it after reading all the bad comments.

I asked the techs to cover my eyes before they put the head cage on and before they put me in scanner as I did NOT want to have claustrophobia to kick in. Worked well for me and I was able to just deep breath and relax.

I asked my doctor for some meds and they calmed me down so much after 10 minutes in the machine I actually fell asleep. Total time was approximately 30 min. Don’t look forward if I ever have to do it again but todays experience has taken the fear out of me.

😊

[speeddrift]

Some suggestions: explanations for the reason for aligning to certain anatomy. You did explain the purpose for the diffusion but not the other axials, coronal, or sag. I think it would be nice if you explained the appearance of old vs new stroke, old vs new blood, etc. You did remind to check you images as you scan, but you said this AFTER the contrast injection, this reminder would be better stated early in the exam. I do like your website, just wished you alphabetized the exams. I hope you all the best and hope my suggestions are helpful.

[GlenAndFriendsCooking]

I had a brain MRI this morning - yeah it was loud - but not sure why people find it scary? Is it scary because you dread the possibility that they'll find something horrible? (I know that was concern for me). Or are you affriad that it will hurt you? The machine itself doesn't touch you, it doesn't hurt you, there is no sensation at all. I went home for a sandwich!

[propervill]

This was great! Thank you! As many more as you can give would be amazing!

[pilyangbisaya]

No need to worried it’s very relaxing looks like im in a Disco party .done my first MRI LAST august 4, 2022.it takes only 20 minutes.

[CoherentStudies]

You gave MRI brain scanning information very well. A lot of Thanks

[LindaVeeSado]

I tried 3 times Even an Open MRI which was just as bad when they had your head in the cage. You still couldn't see around you and felt like you are in a coffin. You'd think they could come up with something not so traumatizing

[akshay]

Can you tell about the duration of the MRI scan??its hard to stay in still..

[gkhigfm]

Please do more videos. I am new for MRi

[carine]

I am absolutely scared to death as I’m having one tomorrow- I need sedation

[luckybrand]

Great video. Very informative. Looking forward to more videos. Thank you!

[no-delg]

What if the images not perfectly centered or the planning was not accurate because my eyes not very good I can’t determine if the brain is tilted 5 to 10 degrees so my error will be up to 15 degrees of inaccurate positioning

[simplekancha]

U r great mam...
Plz make videos on how to make brain mri film...