Dynamic examinations of cervical spine possible for the first time with
NeuroSwing
4 May 2005
NeuroSwing is a new positioning and movement system for dynamic magnetic
resonance imaging (MRI) examinations of the cervical spine. The system was
developed by Hightech Electronic GmbH in cooperation with Siemens Medical
Solutions. The continuously variable, smooth movements of the NeuroSwing for
the first time enable dynamic MR acquisitions of the cervical spine to be
performed in anteflexion, retroflexion, lateral flexion, and rotation,
either separately or in combination.
NeuroSwing provides the ability to perform dynamic imaging of the
cervical spine in daily routine diagnostics. All cervical spine movements
relevant to the examination can be realized with a single device, without
retrofitting or repositioning the patient. As a result, lesions or
functional limitations near the cervical spine can be detected quickly and
easily. A pneumatic drive enables continuously variable, smooth movements,
which can be performed outside the MR system via remote control. A
standardised examination process provides reproducible results in an
examination time of less than ten minutes. Integrated surface coils ensure
examinations of high spatial and temporal resolution in every position.
Approximately 30% of all MR examinations are neurological and orthopaedic
acquisitions of the cervical spine. And this trend is growing. In contrast
to static images, acquisitions of the cervical spine in motion and
functional examinations were difficult to perform. Study results have shown
that 50% of all lesions can only be displayed correctly in dynamic
examinations, during motion or in multiple, varied positions. One of every
ten static examinations produces no results.
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