MRI of Soft Tissues of the Limb

MRI of soft tissues is a highly accurate diagnostic method used to visualize muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, vessels and other structures that cannot be assessed reliably through X-ray, ultrasound or CT. In our clinic, examinations are performed on advanced high-field MRI scanners, allowing detection of even subtle abnormalities at the earliest stages.

What Does MRI of Soft Tissues Show?

Layer-by-layer scanning creates high-resolution images, enabling precise detection of:

• inflammatory processes;
• benign and malignant tumors;
• fatty muscle atrophy;
• muscle fiber strain or rupture;
• tendon injuries, including partial or complete tears;
• scar tissue and chronic structural changes;
• old hematomas;
• nerve entrapment;
• impaired blood supply.

Indications for MRI

• persistent or acute limb pain;
• swelling, redness, or other signs of inflammation;
• restricted or painful movement;
• numbness, loss of sensation;
• general weakness or unexplained weight loss;
• suspected tumors or metastases;
• fresh or chronic traumatic injuries.

How Is the Procedure Performed?

No special preparation is required. The patient removes all metal objects and lies still during the scan. MRI is painless; only acoustic noise may cause minor discomfort. If a tumor is suspected, contrast-enhanced MRI is performed using a safe intravenous agent.