MH Imaging Arthrogram Services
Don’t let joint pain delay your health decisions. Schedule your Arthrogram with MH Imaging today and receive your results quickly. With multiple convenient locations in Racine, Kenosha, Milwaukee, and Madison, you can easily schedule an appointment without long wait times or high hospital costs.
Our Arthrogram services use advanced imaging technology to provide clear, detailed views of your joint, enabling precise diagnosis and effective treatment planning.
What is an Arthrogram?
An Arthrogram is a test done using MRI or CT scans and a contrast material injected into a joint to see the soft tissues of the specific joint being examined. The soft tissues can be tendons, ligaments, muscles, or cartilage in the joint, and they cannot be viewed on a plain X-ray.
Understanding Arthrogram Imaging
An arthrogram is a type of medical imaging test that uses a contrast dye to highlight the soft tissues inside a joint. The dye is injected into the joint, and then MRI or CT scans are taken. This allows doctors to see the joint in more detail than they would be able to with regular X-rays or MRI scans.
Arthrograms are used to diagnose a variety of joint problems, including:
- Cartilage tears: Cartilage is the smooth, slippery tissue that cushions the bones in a joint; tears can cause pain, swelling, and stiffness.
- Ligament tears: Ligaments are the tissues that connect bones to each other; tears can also cause pain, swelling, and reduced mobility.
- Meniscus tears: The meniscus is a piece of cartilage that acts as a cushion between the bones in the knee joint. Meniscus tears can cause knee pain, instability and limited movement.
- Loose bodies: Fragments of bone or cartilage can float in the joint, causing pain and locking
- Prosthetic joints complication: Artificial joint replacements that may have shifted or worn over time.
How it works
- Positioning – You’ll sit or lie comfortably on an exam table on a CT machine
- Local anesthesia – The area around the joint is numbed with local anesthetic to minimize discomfort
- Contrast injection – A Radiologist injects contrast material into the joint using a thin needle
- Imaging – After confirming the contrast is in the correct area, MRI or CT scans are taken
An Arthrogram usually lasts between a half hour and an hour. During this time you’ll need to remain very still during image acquisition. The MRI scan or CT scan must be taken shortly after the contrast injection, before the contrast material spreads to surrounding tissues. Our experienced Technologists ensure your comfort throughout the process while delivering precise, high-quality imaging.
Why Choose MH Imaging for Arthrogram Services
Arthrograms are a safe and effective procedure with minimal risks, but when searching for reliable joint imaging, quality and experience matter.
MH Imaging offers:
- Advanced MRI and CT technology for superior joint visualization
- Multiple convenient locations across Southeast Wisconsin (Milwaukee, Madison, Racine, Kenosha).
- Fast scheduling with same-day or next-day appointments when available
- Highly trained, Registered Technologists and Board-Certified Radiologists
- Patient-focused care in a comfortable, compassionate setting
- Affordable self-pay pricing – significantly lower than hospital-based imaging
- Fast results – often delivered the same day or next day
Your Complete Imaging Provider
Schedule Your Arthrogram Today
Whether you’re experiencing unexplained joint pain or have been referred by your healthcare provider, MH Imaging makes it easy to get started. Call now or request your appointment online at a location near you in Milwaukee, Madison, Racine, or Kenosha.