Wrist MRI
At Accu-Med Diagnostic Centers, our advanced wrist MRI services provide high-resolution imaging to accurately diagnose the cause of wrist pain, swelling, or limited mobility. A wrist MRI is commonly recommended for evaluating injuries, chronic pain, or unexplained symptoms that don’t respond to initial treatment. It offers detailed views of the bones, ligaments, tendons, cartilage, and soft tissues, helping detect ligament tears, tendonitis, TFCC injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, ganglion cysts, and occult fractures. Whether you're dealing with a sports injury, repetitive strain, or post-traumatic pain, trust Accu-Med for precise results and expert care. Schedule your wrist MRI today for a faster path to relief and recovery.
A wrist MRI is often ordered to evaluate pain, injury, or dysfunction that cannot be fully diagnosed with X-rays or physical examination alone. Common reasons include:
Chronic discomfort without a clear cause
Pain that doesn’t improve with rest or conservative treatment
Ligament tears (e.g., scapholunate or lunotriquetral ligaments)
TFCC (triangular fibrocartilage complex) injury
Tendonitis or tenosynovitis
Injury from falls or impact
Rule out occult (hidden) fractures not seen on X-rays
Clicking, popping, or feeling of the wrist giving way
Evaluate for carpal tunnel syndrome or nerve compression
Suspected ganglion cysts, tumors, or fluid buildup
Detect early signs of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or inflammatory conditions
Planning wrist surgery or evaluating healing after a procedure
A wrist MRI provides detailed images of bones, ligaments, tendons, cartilage, nerves, and soft tissues, making it a valuable tool for diagnosing a wide range of wrist conditions. Common findings include:
Scapholunate ligament tears
Lunotriquetral ligament injuries
TFCC (triangular fibrocartilage complex) tears
Tendonitis or tenosynovitis (inflammation of the tendons or tendon sheaths)
Partial or complete tendon tears
Occult fractures not visible on X-rays
Bone bruises, edema, or avascular necrosis (e.g., Kienböck’s disease)
Osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis
Joint effusion (fluid buildup) or synovitis
Compression of the median nerve (associated with carpal tunnel syndrome)
Ganglion cysts pressing on nearby structures
Ganglion cysts, tumors, or other soft tissue growths