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Upright MRI of Hazel Crest
3330 W 177th St # 1d, Hazel Crest, IL 60429

Upright MRI of Mishawaka
3838 N Main St # 1A, Mishawaka, IN 46545

See our website for more info. The upright technology is the worlds most patient friendly MRI. Claustrophobic patients prefer us over any other MRI scanner open or closed. Our s

taff and office is eager to accommodate your scheduled and we welcome a range of MRI procedures. Call or Come in today and lets get started.

"The stress hormone cortisol disrupts the brain's navigational system. It impairs the function of the grid cells that pl...
04/29/2026

"The stress hormone cortisol disrupts the brain's navigational system. It impairs the function of the grid cells that play a crucial role in orientation. This has been verified by researchers from Ruhr University Bochum, Germany, in an imaging study with 40 individuals. The participants completed a virtual navigation experiment while their brain activity was recorded in an MRI scanner. If the subjects had received cortisol prior to the experiment, they performed more poorly and the exact activity pattern of the grid cells became indistinct. The results were published online in the journal PLOS Biology on March 12, 2026."

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The stress hormone cortisol disrupts the brain's navigational system. It impairs the function of the grid cells that play a crucial role in orientation. This has been verified by researchers from Ruhr University Bochum, Germany, in an imaging study with 40 individuals. The participants completed a v...

"Spine injuries are often complex, and not all of them show up on traditional imaging tests. Standard MRIs provide stati...
04/27/2026

"Spine injuries are often complex, and not all of them show up on traditional imaging tests. Standard MRIs provide static images of the spine while the patient lies still, which is useful for many conditions but may not capture the full picture. Some injuries only reveal themselves when the spine moves. This is where flexion and extension MRI becomes critical. By imaging the spine in different positions, this specialized scan can uncover hidden problems that a regular MRI might miss. In this article, we’ll explain what flexion and extension MRI is, why it’s so valuable, and who may benefit from it."

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Discover how flexion and extension MRI helps reveal hidden spine injuries that standard scans may miss, providing more accurate diagnosis and treatment.

"If you’re a woman over 40, you likely schedule a mammogram each year to screen for breast cancer, per the general healt...
04/24/2026

"If you’re a woman over 40, you likely schedule a mammogram each year to screen for breast cancer, per the general health guidelines. But one day in the future, your screening schedule could be personalized based on your unique risk factors, suggests a major new clinical trial published in JAMA."

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A major new study supports the idea that a tailored-to-you approach is safe and effective.

"Experts in Amsterdam have been able to slash their MRI department’s scan times, thanks to artificial intelligence-power...
04/22/2026

"Experts in Amsterdam have been able to slash their MRI department’s scan times, thanks to artificial intelligence-powered software.

The use of AI in radiology is a hot topic in modern day healthcare, with some of its biggest leaders even going as far recently as to suggest the technology is ready to replace radiologists. Experts at the Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Hospital are taking a different approach, harnessing the power of AI not for interpretation support, but to drastically reduce its scan times."

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Leaders at the hospital have equipped the radiology department’s MRI scanner with a new AI software that essentially fills in the blanks between image slices with synthetic images.

"Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi have developed smart molecules that can both detect and treat cancer, offering a safer and...
04/20/2026

"Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi have developed smart molecules that can both detect and treat cancer, offering a safer and more precise approach to care. The research, published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society, focuses on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), a widely used tool that allows doctors to see tumors inside the body. While MRI agents are commonly used for diagnosis, they do not typically play a role in treatment. The NYU Abu Dhabi team designed molecules that combine both functions in a single system."

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Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi have developed smart molecules that can both detect and treat cancer, offering a safer and more precise approach to care. The research, published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society, focuses on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), a widely used tool that allows....

"Magnetic resonance imaging has become a central component of monitoring patients undergoing active surveillance for pro...
04/17/2026

"Magnetic resonance imaging has become a central component of monitoring patients undergoing active surveillance for prostate cancer. Evidence suggests it is likely more accurate than prostate-specific antigen testing or biopsy for assessing structural change in small, visible tumors and can detect most higher-grade disease. Used serially, it may function as a longitudinal safety net."

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Volume tracking and longitudinal imaging may enhance assessment of progression during active surveillance.

"MRI scans are one of the most effective tools for diagnosing injuries, monitoring conditions, and guiding treatment pla...
04/15/2026

"MRI scans are one of the most effective tools for diagnosing injuries, monitoring conditions, and guiding treatment plans. While insurance often covers imaging, many patients are surprised by high deductibles, prior authorization delays, or limited provider choices. That’s where self-pay MRI comes in. By paying directly for the scan, patients can often save money, schedule faster, and gain more control over where they go for imaging. This article explains what self-pay MRI means, why people choose it, how much it costs, and how to decide if it’s right for you."

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The World's Most Patient-Friendly MRI. A comfortable, stress-free, and completely reliable MRI scan. We offer patients an open, upright, standup MRI experience that helps those who are claustrophobic and stress being in a confined area. Upright MRI of Deerfield is recognized as the world leader in o...

"Advanced cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) imaging has potential to detect early-stage transthyretin cardiac amyloidosis...
04/13/2026

"Advanced cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) imaging has potential to detect early-stage transthyretin cardiac amyloidosis (ATTR-CA), offering clinicians a powerful tool to distinguish this progressive condition from similar heart diseases before it advances, according to a study in European Heart Journal Imaging Methods and Practice.1"

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Cardiac MRI tissue characterization can detect early, low-burden transthyretin cardiac amyloidosis and accurately distinguish it from similar conditions, a study found.

"The ongoing war in Iran may make your next MRI more expensive. That’s because one-third of the global supply of helium,...
04/10/2026

"The ongoing war in Iran may make your next MRI more expensive. That’s because one-third of the global supply of helium, a key requirement for MRI machines, comes from Qatar and flows through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s attacks on Qatar’s natural gas production have knocked out some of its capacity, while its closure of the Strait has limited trade. Helium, which is extracted alongside natural gas, is crucial for cooling down the magnets in MRIs."

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In this week’s edition of InnovationRx, we look at a serial entrepreneur’s effort to build an FDA-approved AI doctor, Pfizer’s lyme disease vaccine, and more.

"March 25, 2026 A Penn Medicine–led team has developed a first‑of‑its‑kind artificial intelligence system that interpre...
04/08/2026

"March 25, 2026 A Penn Medicine–led team has developed a first‑of‑its‑kind artificial intelligence system that interprets cardiac MRI scans with performance approaching expert clinicians. Trained on more than 300,000 MRI video clips from roughly 20,000 patients, the model can assess heart function and diagnose dozens of diseases using only non‑contrast imaging. The work was published in Nature Biomedical Engineering."

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March 25, 2026 A Penn Medicine–led team has developed a first‑of‑its‑kind artificial intelligence system that interprets cardiac MRI scans with performance approaching expert clinicians. Trained on more than 300,000 MRI video clips from roughly 20,000 patients, the model can assess heart fun...

"Concussions and other brain injuries can be challenging to diagnose accurately. While some symptoms are immediate, othe...
04/06/2026

"Concussions and other brain injuries can be challenging to diagnose accurately. While some symptoms are immediate, others may develop gradually over days or weeks. Getting the right imaging can make a big difference in determining the severity of the injury and guiding treatment. Upright MRI technology is emerging as a valuable tool in this process, offering unique advantages over traditional MRI methods."

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Discover how Upright MRI provides clearer insights for diagnosing concussions and brain injuries, offering improved accuracy compared to traditional scans.

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Upright MRI of Deerfield is Illinois only Upright MRI. Our imaging is done sitting or standing; never in a closed tube or laying down flat. The upright technology is the worlds most patient friendly MRI. Claustrophobic patients prefer us over any other MRI scanner open or closed. Our staff and office is eager to accommodate your schedule and we welcome a range of MRI procedures. Call or ome in today and lets get started