MRI Scanning Units

MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scanning is a test that produces very clear images of the brain without the use of X-rays. Clinical imaging in the form of MRI scans are often used to investigate headaches and migraines by specialists. In particular cases a neurologist may suggest alternative imaging techniques.

MRI scans in respect headaches and migraines generally take the form of MRI brain/head scan or neck MRI.

A small proportion of patients presenting with headaches and migraines are scanned to look for serious pathologies related to headache and migraines. A MRI scan is not able to diagnose migraines, cluster, or tension headaches; however, it is able to rule out other medical conditions, such as:

• Brain tumor
• Abscess (infection)
• Hydrocephalus (the abnormal buildup of fluid in the brain)
• Spinal cord problems, such as a herniated disc
• Strokes
• Injuries

Following a MRI scan, Headache Clinics UK requests that you bring the reports and films to each appointment should they need to be reviewed by your specialist neurologist or chiropractor.

Headache Clinics UK works with Alliance Medical to provide the best in imaging.

Map of Alliance Medical MRI scanning units
List of Alliance Medical MRI scanning units

Please note: For MRI costs please contact Headache Clinics UK.