Thoracic (Mid-Back) MRI
At Accu-Med Diagnostic Centers, our advanced thoracic MRI services provide detailed imaging of the mid-back region to help diagnose a wide range of spinal and soft tissue conditions. A thoracic MRI is commonly recommended for patients experiencing upper or mid-back pain, numbness, weakness, or neurological symptoms. It is especially useful for detecting herniated discs, spinal cord compression, degenerative disc disease, spinal tumors, inflammation, and infection. This non-invasive scan captures high-resolution images of the thoracic spine, spinal cord, nerves, and surrounding tissues, allowing for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning. Trust Accu-Med for fast, reliable imaging and expert care tailored to your needs—schedule your thoracic MRI today.
A thoracic MRI is often ordered to evaluate mid-back pain and neurological symptoms that may be related to spinal or soft tissue conditions in the thoracic spine. Common reasons include:
Pain not improving with rest, therapy, or medication
Pain with no clear cause after X-rays or physical exams
Numbness, tingling, or weakness in the torso or legs
Changes in coordination, balance, or bladder/bowel function
Herniated or bulging thoracic discs
Degenerative disc disease
Spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal)
Evaluation after accidents, falls, or high-impact injuries
Rule out fractures or ligament damage
Myelopathy (spinal cord dysfunction)
Syringomyelia (fluid-filled cyst in the spinal cord)
Suspected spinal tumors, metastasis, or vertebral lesions
Discitis, osteomyelitis, or other spinal infections
Autoimmune or inflammatory spinal diseases
Planning for surgery or assessing post-operative changes
A thoracic MRI provides detailed images of the mid-back region, including the spine, spinal cord, discs, nerves, and surrounding soft tissues. Common findings include
Thoracic disc herniation or bulging discs
Degenerative disc disease (disc thinning, dehydration)
Facet joint arthritis
Myelopathy (spinal cord compression or signal changes)
Syringomyelia (fluid-filled cysts within the spinal cord)
Multiple sclerosis lesions or demyelination
Narrowing of the spinal canal, which can compress the spinal cord or nerves
Compression fractures, especially from trauma or osteoporosis
Vertebral body deformities or bone marrow edema
Spinal cord tumors, nerve sheath tumors, or metastatic lesions
Benign growths like hemangiomas or schwannomas
Discitis, osteomyelitis, or epidural abscess
Signs of autoimmune inflammation
Scar tissue, hardware placement, or complications from prior spine surgery