{"id":1815,"date":"2024-08-01T17:59:21","date_gmt":"2024-08-01T16:59:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nrd.pt\/exames\/shoulder-mri"},"modified":"2025-12-12T15:59:41","modified_gmt":"2025-12-12T15:59:41","slug":"shoulder-mri","status":"publish","type":"exames","link":"https:\/\/www.nrd.pt\/en\/exams\/magnetic-resonance-imaging\/shoulder-mri","title":{"rendered":"Shoulder MRI"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shoulder magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a non-invasive, radiation-free imaging exam that allows a detailed assessment of the internal structures of the shoulder, including muscles, bones, ligaments, tendons and cartilage. It is indicated for the diagnosis of conditions such as tendinitis, rotator cuff tears, bursitis and joint instability.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a Shoulder MRI?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shoulder magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses magnetic fields and radiofrequency waves to produce high-resolution images of the soft tissues and bony structures of the shoulder joint. It is particularly useful for identifying injuries that are not visible on X-rays or CT scans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2351 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nrd.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ressonancia-magnetica-ombro-exemplo-257x300.jpg\" alt=\"shoulder MRI (example)\" width=\"257\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nrd.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ressonancia-magnetica-ombro-exemplo-257x300.jpg 257w, https:\/\/www.nrd.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ressonancia-magnetica-ombro-exemplo.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 257px) 100vw, 257px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the price of a Shoulder MRI?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The price of a shoulder MRI<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is <\/span><b>275\u20ac<\/b>, <b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">when performed on <\/span>a private basis. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it can also be performed through several <\/span><b>agreements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>ADSE<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: If the shoulder MRI is performed under ADSE, the patient only pays a fee of <strong>30<\/strong><\/span><b>\u20ac<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>IASFA, ADM GNR, SAD PSP<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Insurance companies: <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> M\u00e9dis, Multicare, Advance Care, Allianz, Sa\u00fade Prime, Future HealthCare, SS CGD, SAMS Quadros, SAMS, Montepio, RNA, Generali, Mudum, MGEN, Aegon, Vit\u00f3ria, Una Seguros, other insurers.<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Health plans: <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medicare, Sa\u00fade Prime, Future HealthCare, Continente Wells, ACP, other health plans.<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Protocols<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: NRD has protocols with several clinics and institutions that allow you to undergo the exam at very competitive prices. For a shoulder MRI, the price through protocol is <\/span><b>220\u20ac<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The price varies depending on the healthcare system or insurance you wish to use.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find out more about the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nrd.pt\/en\/exams\/magnetic-resonance-imaging\/price-of-magnetic-resonance-imaging\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">price of MRI exams<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How is it performed?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The patient is positioned lying on their back or slightly on their side, with the arm alongside the body inside a dedicated shoulder coil. The positioning is adapted depending on whether it is an MRI of the right or left shoulder, always ensuring the best access to the joint being examined.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The arm must remain still during the exam.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The MRI scanner is open at both ends.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In some cases, intravenous contrast may be administered, particularly if there is suspicion of a complex intra-articular lesion or for the assessment of synovial changes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During the exam, it is essential to remain still.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Earplugs are provided to reduce the perception of scanner noise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The duration varies depending on the protocol, usually between 25 and 35 minutes, and may be longer if contrast is used.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1660 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nrd.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ressonancia-magnetica.jpg\" alt=\"shoulder MRI\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nrd.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ressonancia-magnetica.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.nrd.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ressonancia-magnetica-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nrd.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ressonancia-magnetica-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.nrd.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ressonancia-magnetica-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What does it detect?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A shoulder MRI allows accurate identification of:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tendinitis and tendinopathy of the rotator cuff (supraspinatus, infraspinatus, subscapularis and teres minor);<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Partial or complete tears of the rotator cuff tendons;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subacromial or subdeltoid bursitis;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lesions of the biceps tendon and instability of the humeral head;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Changes in the glenohumeral cartilage and glenoid labrum;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bone irregularities, small fractures or bone marrow oedema;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subacromial impingement syndrome and other mechanical alterations;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Among others.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In which cases is it indicated?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your doctor may request a shoulder MRI in cases of:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Persistent shoulder pain or functional impairment without a clear diagnosis;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limitation of movement, weakness or a sensation of clicking or popping;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instability or recurrent dislocation;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Post-trauma or assessment of surgical sequelae;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Surgical planning or image-guided local treatment;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Post-surgical evaluation;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Among others.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparation and guidelines for a Shoulder MRI<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before undergoing an MRI at NRD, please consider the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Topic<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Guidance<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exam prescription (paper copy)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must bring the exam prescription in paper form.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fasting<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most MRI exams do not require fasting. In cases with contrast, fasting for 3 hours is usually necessary (confirmed when booking).<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Early arrival<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled time.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medication<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may take essential and unavoidable medication with a minimum amount of water.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metal objects<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove all metal objects (e.g. earrings, bracelets, necklaces, piercings, hairpins, removable prostheses, etc.).<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pregnancy<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inform the NRD healthcare professional if you are pregnant.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exams \/ Tests \/ Info<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bring previous imaging exams, relevant clinical information and recent laboratory tests.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glucose monitoring implant<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not place the implant, as it will have to be removed before the exam.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make-up<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not wear make-up, as some products may affect the exam.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Valve and\/or orthopaedic prostheses<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have valve and\/or orthopaedic prostheses, bring proof describing and specifying the material composition.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hearing aids<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inform us if you use a hearing aid, as it must be removed before the exam.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental prostheses<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inform us if you use a dental prosthesis, as it must be removed before the exam. Also inform us if you have dental implants.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Orthodontic appliances<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inform us if you wear orthodontic appliances. A test may be necessary to assess compatibility with MRI.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pacemakers and implantable devices<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NRD does not perform MRI exams on people with pacemakers or implantable devices (e.g. cochlear implant), and it is recommended that the exam be carried out in a hospital setting. <\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Throughout the MRI exam, you will be continuously monitored by the NRD imaging technologist responsible for your exam. An alert system will also be at your disposal, which you can activate if needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should remain still during the exam to ensure high-quality images.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The entire NRD team will be at your disposal to answer any questions that may arise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the exam, you can return to your usual daily activities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When and how do you receive the results?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will receive the MRI results within 7 days after the exam, by email or in paper form at the clinic. On the day of the exam, you will take a CD with the images with you. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Where can you have a shoulder MRI?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A shoulder MRI can be performed at NRD, at the following address: <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avenida Columbano Bordalo Pinheiro, n\u00ba 11-B, r\/c, 1070 &#8211; 060 Lisbon (near Pra\u00e7a de Espanha)<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"parent":1828,"menu_order":0,"template":"","class_list":["post-1815","exames","type-exames","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nrd.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/exames\/1815","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nrd.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/exames"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nrd.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/exames"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nrd.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/exames\/1828"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nrd.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1815"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}