Is there any risk to having an MRI?
MRI is considered very safe, and no health risks associated with the machine's magnetic field have been reported. Individuals with a pacemaker or defibrillator should not have an MRI.
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What is Cardiac MRI?
Cardiac MRI is an advanced technology that allows for visualization of the heart and blood vessels with unexcelled clarity. The purpose of cardiac MRI is to assess the use of magnetic resonance imaging to take pictures of the heart and adjacent blood vessels using a standard/commercial MRI scanner...
How long does the scan take?
The total time in the magnet will vary between 30-120 minutes, depending on the research study.
Who may participate in our current research studies?
We are actively recruiting patients with dystonia and healthy research volunteers for the studies listed above.
What are the procedures involved with the participation in a research study?
Once you contact us, we will explain the details of the study and ask several questions to determine whether you meet the study eligibility criteria. If you qualify for participation, we will schedule your visit with us. During your visit, we will go over the study procedures in greater detail and...
Will I receive the study results?
It depends. We will inform you if any significant abnormalities are identified as a result of any tests in the study and we will refer you for follow-up clinical care. We will inform female participants of the results of pregnancy testing. We will, however, not inform you of our research findings...
Will I be reimbursed for my time and effort?
Yes! You will be reimbursed for your time and effort according to the research protocol’s guidelines. If you are an out-of-town patient who is eligible and participates in the study, your research-related travel expenses will be reimbursed, pending approval.
Why should I consider volunteering for a research study?
It is simple! A research study could not proceed without research volunteers. Although you may not receive direct benefits from study participation, we will gather invaluable information about how your brain is organized and functions. This information may be compared between individuals in...
Is MRI invasive and does it use radiation?
No! Unlike X-ray, CT, and PET scans, MRIs do not use ionizing radiation and is considered a non-invasive procedure. Instead, MRIs use a strong magnetic field and radio waves to take pictures of your brain. The MRI scanner is a metal cylinder surrounded by a strong magnetic field. During the MRI, you...