MRI with medtronic implant

I have a mri safe medtronic implant. Yesterday was the first time I had to have an mri since having implant. It was not as easy as I would have thought. I spoke with rep who instructed me to turn all settings to zero. But first write them down so I can get them back. Then turn unit off. When I arrive at facility to have mri turn unit to MRI safe zone. Sounds simple but if you do not adjust and use your control pad often, it is like learning a program on a computer. He walked me right through it and it all went smooth. I will say it is an uneasy feeling if you think you would ever arrive at an er in a state that you could not relay to them you have an implant. Who would do all this adjusting if needed? I guess I need to train my spouse.

On another note the MRI is on the other shoulder. Hopefully will not have to have multiple surgeries like the right one but it is given me fits.

Just to provide piece of mind . . .

When I experienced the perforation of my intestine, I lost consciousness before 911 EMS arrived. I was taken to the hospital via ambulance but unaware myself.

In the emergency room, a CT scan was performed. Not an MRI.

An MRI will not be used as the first choice when imagery studies are necessitated and when a patient's past medical history is not completely known. A CT scan will be the imagery technique of choice in an emergency situation where there is even a small possibility of a metal implant.

- Karen -

Thanks for the help. I do have the card in my wallet. I will move it up a few notches though. I also have the information in my health section of phone. I am considering getting an id bracelet.

When the new norm is kinda freaky!!! lol

Big, I just read an article yesterday on a neurosurgeons website here in Tx that implanted the first MRI compatible unit. I will have to go back & find the article because it gave the name of the unit. According to the article he was the first dr in the US to implant this particular unit. I hope your continues to help you.

Bigcase:
I highly recommend the water therapy.

Gentle movement aids so very much in easing pain.

People with pain are often afraid to move, fearing that it will cause more pain. But it more often the case that the motility and mobilization of movement eases pain. Disclaimer: I am a physical therapist by profession and so tend to encourage essential mobilization/movement.

Our bodies are meant to move. Moving, especially movement in water with water's buoyancy effects and warmer ambient temperature, has the impact of lowering pain. I hope that this is the case for you, as well.

I noticed that you are thinking about getting a medical ID bracelet. Excellent idea.

I use the RoadID® medical identification bracelet. It is an excellent option and one that has been endorsed by several health advocacy organizations (ex. National Adreanal Disease Foundation; Society of Endocrinologists).

RoadID is used by exercise enthusiasts (ex. bike riders) as well as by individuals compromised by frail health. The bracelet is made of a flexible polymer and available in a wide range of snazzy colors. A simple aluminum placard is affixed to the bracelet band. It identifies your name and up to three lines of pertinent information. On the back is a patient ID.

If you are unable to speak for you needs, EMS or other personnel reference the patient ID and call or log-in to the RoadID network. Your RoadID profile will appear. Your profile is a point-by-point narrative that you have previously entered into the RoadID system. Your profile lists your medical conditions, medications, allergies, contact telephone numbers, etc.

I have used RoadID now for 6 years and genuinely appreciate the company's caring. If you are exploring a medical ID tag, I highly recommend RoadID.

www.roadID.com
- Karen -