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Everything You Need to Know About Musculoskeletal MRI Scans and How Preventative Screening Can Be Beneficial
Musculoskeletal disorders and injuries are conditions that can affect your muscles, bones and joints and are among the most common health issues affecting millions of people worldwide, significantly impacting their quality of life. Here, we take a look at how...
The Vital Role of Regular Health Screenings for Men: Prioritising Prevention
As men, we often prioritise everything else above our own health. Whether it’s work, family or other responsibilities, our well-being tends to take a backseat. However, regular health screenings are not something to be overlooked. They play a crucial role in...
Patient experience: Olivia story
Suffering from Claustrophobia, the prospect of undergoing a conventional MRI scan was simply not an option for Olivia. Her neurologist kindly referred her to Open Upright MRI. ‘I was referred for the scan by my neurologist. I was unable to have a conventional MRI scan...
Conquering Claustrophobia and Anxiety
Do confined spaces trigger a rush of fear, making your heart race and breath shorten? Claustrophobia affects millions worldwide, instilling a paralyzing fear of enclosed spaces. For those battling this anxiety, routine medical procedures like MRI scans can become...
Patient experience: Cheryl’s story
This article is part of our Patient Story series, contributed by Cheryl ‘’I would like to point out these incredibly amazing staff members at the Fitzrovia centre for their outstanding ability to engage with their patients in such a professional, positive, humane and...
Embrace The Chill: 6 Ways To Stay Healthy This Winter
As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, it's easy to succumb to the winter blues and neglect our health. However, staying healthy during the winter months is crucial for overall well-being. With a few mindful choices and lifestyle adjustments, you can boost...
Patient Experience: Lesley’s Story
Suffering from Claustrophobia, Lesley was relieved to discover the option of booking an Upright MRI scan of her cervical spine as opposed to the traditional MRI scan, she’d previously dreaded. Upon arrival at the Upright clinic, she was greeted by the Upright...
Upright MRI scans are safer and a cost-effective approach to unsuccessful conventional MRI attempts
Both UpRight/Open MRI scanner designs provide alternative means of accessing this technology compared to the more traditional closed bore design systems, and are often preferred by patients(1,2). By design these are more open and less invasive, providing more space...
How To Help Beat Those Winter Blues!
With Christmas now a distant memory, it’s hardly surprising that many of us might feel a little deflated during Winter. With the festivities now well behind us, we all face the return to routine normality, the continuation of cold, dark days, a lighter bank balance...
Patient experience: Tony’s Story
Tony had needed a full back MRI scan but being claustrophobic, he chose against booking a traditional MRI scan and instead opted for an Upright MRI scan at Leeds Upright Centre. Upon arrival, Tony was greeted by the Upright team who looked after him throughout his...
How Small Changes Can Have a Big Impact on Your Health
Statistically, Spain scores the highest in health, at 92.75 out of 100, while the UK falls behind. Although everyone shares a common goal of living healthier lives, many people struggle with where to start. Starting a healthier lifestyle doesn't require grandiose...
Patient experience: Rebecca’s Story
Upon her arrival at the London Upright Centre for her MRI scan, Rebecca's nerves soon settled down once she met with the London Upright team. "From the moment I stepped foot in the building I was welcomed in such a lovely, calming and supportive manner." ...
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