Comparing MRI Goggles to the Latest in MRI In-Bore Viewing

When MRI goggles hit the scene, it was an innovative way to help patients better tolerate MRI by means of entertainment and alleviating the sensation of being in an enclosed space. And indeed, MRI goggles have helped many patients successfully complete scans; however, there are also drawbacks that can hinder scan completion and slow workflow.

MRI Goggle Drawbacks:

1. Increased Claustrophobia Risk

For patients who are claustrophobic or anxious, placing a confining piece of equipment on the patient’s face can exacerbate existing claustrophobia and anxiety.

2. Discomfort Risk:

Even for patients who don’t experience claustrophobia and anxiety with MRI, placing MRI goggles on a patient’s face may create discomfort and lead to movement and or scan disruption.

3. Contamination Risk:

Since MRI goggles come in close contact with the patient’s face, the goggles must be thoroughly disinfected to prevent any risk of cross-contamination. Fears of cross-contamination might also lead to increased patient anxiety and or rejection of the option.

4. Dizziness Risk:

With the video placed so close to patient’s eyes, there is a risk of dizziness sensations for patients.

5. Slowed Workflow:

The process of thoroughly disinfecting and properly placing MRI goggles takes valuable time that can slow workflow and productivity.

Alternative Options:

Today, we offer 3 proven MRI In-Bore Viewing options that eliminate nearly all of the above risks, and include additional benefits.

1. Wireless MRI In-Bore Viewing Video Display:

Installed in as little as 15 minutes, our new Wireless MRI In-Bore Viewing Display allows patients to view the video display with your choice of mirror option or simply a pillow to prop the head for certain scans. This helps eliminate feelings of claustrophobia from both being in the bore and from having anything too constricting on or near the face. Plus, installation requires ZERO construction and downtime, so you can start delivering your best patient experience today. Learn more about the Wireless MRI In-Bore Viewing Video Display here.

 

2. Wireless In-Bore Viewing Projection System:

With our new MRI In-Bore Viewing Projection System, you can say goodbye to all extra steps associated with prior in-bore viewing systems: no extra setup, no extra cleaning, no mirror setup or wires to work around – just your best patient experience, effortlessly. No construction or downtime needed. Learn why it’s been called a “game changer” for first users here.

 

3. The Original Wired In-Bore Viewing System – with all of the bells and whistles:

Ten plus years ago, we launched the first iteration of the MRI In-Bore Viewing Video Display, and since, we’ve continued to refine it to deliver the very best MRI experience for patients and staff. Today, the Display features patient Scrolling Text, countdown timers, an optional patient video camera – and of course, the option to choose from our original Nature Theme videos, DVDs and or your choice streaming entertainment. Learn more about the wired MRI In-Bore Viewing Video Display here.

 

Additional Benefits:

Integration with Caring Suite™ Lighting, Video, Music and more:

All In-Bore Viewing Solutions can be seamlessly integrated with your choice Caring MR Suite® solutions, including: task and ambient LED lighting, suite speakers, Image Ceilings and additional video displays. Audio can also be integrated with compatible headphones. See the full suite of options here.

 

So Much More Than MRI Patient Entertainment

When we first conceived the vision for the Caring MR Suite®, what we knew for sure, is that we wanted it to be so much more than MRI patient entertainment. Learn why and 12 ways the Caring MR Suite and our In-Bore Viewing Systems are so much more than just MRI patient entertainment here.

 

Renovating or Building a New MRI Suite? Choose PDC MRI Shielding:

PDC was formed 40+ years ago to deliver the RF Shielding needed for the emerging MRI market. Since, our shielding expertise has been central to all we do MRI. Find 12 reasons to choose PDC MRI Shielding here.

 

MRI Shielding Expertise for Zero Artifact Guarantee:

Our MRI Shielding expertise informs all MRI product development to guarantee zero artifacts. See an MRI Shielding + Caring MR Suite time-lapse here.

 

Add on UV-C for Enhanced Protection, Peace of Mind:

Our unique UV-C LED Bore Disinfection System quickly, easily and verifiably disinfects any imaging bore (60cm to 80cm wide) and any imaging table (up to 200cm long) in less than 5 minutes. Learn more about our UV-C System here.

 

In need of additional imaging equipment, but low on space and time?

Explore our Cassette® Relocatable Imaging Suites + Mini Clinics. Our Cassettes are designed to have you patient-ready in the shortest time-frame possible, in a beautiful, state-of-the-art and patient-friendly building. Plus, if you need more space, you can join multiple Cassettes together to form a Mini Clinic. Here, learn why the Cassette is not your typical modular MRI building.

 

Questions?

We hope this post has helped inspire ideas for your next MRI project. If you have questions or would like a quote, please contact us here.