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• Wrist Ligament Tears Can Be Detected By 3T MRI, Possibly Eliminating Need For Invasive Arthroscopy

  MRI of the wrist at 3T is an effective way to detect wrist ligament tears and in some cases can avoid unnecessary surgery, according to a study performed at Neuroskeletal Imaging in Merritt Island, Florida. The study included 49 patients who had both 3T MR and arthroscopy; 51 tears were found on arthroscopy. 41 of the 51 tears were also found using 3T MRI. "The resolution with 3T MRI is good.
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• Skate Through Winter Sports Injury Free

  For some, wintertime offers an opportunity to stay inside with a blanket and a good book -- but for others, the season brings with it a whole new excitement of sports and outdoor activities for children and adults alike. Hockey, ice skating, sledding, skiing (http://orthoinfo.aaos.org/topic.
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• MR Arthrography Is More Accurate Than MR In Diagnosing Shoulder Tears

  MR arthrography of the shoulder allows physicians to better identify tears and provides patients with an accurate diagnosis to determine whether or not surgery is needed, according to a study performed at Neuroskeletal Imaging in Merritt Island, Florida. The study included 150 patients who underwent both 3T MRI and MR arthrography examinations of the shoulder.
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