MRI CARTIGRAM (DOUBLE)

MRI Cartigram (Double Joint)

MRI Cartigram (Double Joint) is an advanced MRI imaging technique used to evaluate cartilage health and joint integrity in two joints during a single examination. This specialized scan provides detailed information about cartilage composition, thickness, and early degenerative changes that may not be visible on routine MRI studies.

The examination is particularly useful for assessing patients with joint pain, sports injuries, cartilage damage, osteoarthritis, and degenerative joint diseases affecting multiple joints. Commonly evaluated joints include the knees, hips, shoulders, ankles, or other combinations as prescribed by the referring physician.

MRI Cartigram utilizes advanced cartilage mapping technology to detect biochemical and structural cartilage changes at an early stage. This allows doctors to diagnose joint disorders sooner, monitor disease progression, evaluate treatment effectiveness, and plan appropriate interventions before significant cartilage loss occurs.

Benefits of the Test

• Evaluates cartilage health in two joints during a single examination.
• Detects early cartilage degeneration before major structural damage develops.
• Assesses cartilage thickness and quality with high accuracy.
• Helps diagnose osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disorders.
• Evaluates sports-related cartilage injuries.
• Assists orthopedic specialists in treatment planning.
• Non-invasive and radiation-free imaging procedure.
• Helps monitor cartilage repair and rehabilitation outcomes.

Why Doctors Recommend This Test

Doctors may recommend MRI Cartigram (Double Joint) for patients experiencing pain, stiffness, swelling, reduced mobility, or suspected cartilage damage in multiple joints. The scan is especially useful for athletes, individuals with early arthritis symptoms, patients undergoing cartilage preservation treatments, and those requiring comprehensive joint evaluation.

Preparation Before the Test

• Wear comfortable clothing without metallic accessories.
• Remove jewelry, watches, belts, and other metal objects.
• Inform the radiology team about implants, joint replacements, or surgical hardware.
• Notify your doctor if you are pregnant.
• Follow any instructions if contrast administration is required.
• Bring previous imaging studies for comparison if available.

Normal Reporting Time

Most MRI Cartigram (Double Joint) reports at Focus Diagnostics are available within 1–2 hours after completion of the scan. Detailed cartilage analysis may occasionally require additional radiologist review.

Who Should Take This Test?

This examination may be recommended for:

• Individuals with pain in multiple joints.
• Athletes with sports-related cartilage injuries.
• Patients with suspected cartilage degeneration.
• People showing early symptoms of osteoarthritis.
• Individuals with joint stiffness and reduced mobility.
• Patients undergoing cartilage repair treatments.
• Individuals requiring pre-surgical joint evaluation.
• People seeking advanced assessment of cartilage health.

At Focus Diagnostics, advanced MRI Cartigram technology helps provide precise cartilage assessment, enabling early diagnosis and effective management of joint disorders.