MRI of the Spine
Cervical Spine, Thoracic Spine, and Lumbar Spine
Many people are familiar with back pain and restricted mobility. Regardless of whether the pain has been present for a long time or comes on suddenly, an examination of the spine is essential. A variety of injuries or degenerative diseases can be diagnosed with the help of an MRI of the cervical spine, thoracic spine, lumbar spine the entire back. At ARISTRA, you will receive your spinal MRI and a precise diagnosis promptly. Our radiologists are happy to be there for you!
MRI Spine » At a glance
Duration and price
approx. 20 minutes
Upon request*
Examination
Radiation-free
Quick appointment
* Prices depend on the individual case. Furthermore, we must consider your insurance status and whether you are a national or international customer. In most locations in Germany, we can only work with patients who have private insurance or are self-paying.


Images of a MRI Spine

Lateral MRI image of a healthy 5-limb lumbar spine

Lateral MRI image of a healthy 5-limb lumbar spine

Disc protrusion of the lumbar spine in MRI, lateral view
Protrusion (yellow arrowheads) of the intervertebral disc L3/4 and L4/5 into the spinal canal
Protrusion (yellow arrowheads) of the intervertebral disc L3/4 and L4/5 into the spinal canal

Disc protrusion of the lumbar spine in MRI, lateral view
Protrusion (yellow arrowheads) of the intervertebral disc L3/4 and L4/5 into the spinal canal
Protrusion (yellow arrowheads) of the intervertebral disc L3/4 and L4/5 into the spinal canal

Transverse view at the level of the L4/5 intervertebral disc.
A protrusion (yellow arrows) leads to constriction of the L5 nerve root (green circle). White circle: normal position of the L5 nerve root. Blue line: Boundary of the interverteb
A protrusion (yellow arrows) leads to constriction of the L5 nerve root (green circle). White circle: normal position of the L5 nerve root. Blue line: Boundary of the interverteb

Transverse view at the level of the L4/5 intervertebral disc.
A protrusion (yellow arrows) leads to constriction of the L5 nerve root (green circle). White circle: normal position of the L5 nerve root. Blue line: Boundary of the interverteb
A protrusion (yellow arrows) leads to constriction of the L5 nerve root (green circle). White circle: normal position of the L5 nerve root. Blue line: Boundary of the interverteb

Lateral MRI image of the lower thoracic spine
Fracture lines (yellow arrows) in two adjacent vertebral bodies after trampoline fall.
Fracture lines (yellow arrows) in two adjacent vertebral bodies after trampoline fall.

Lateral MRI image of the lower thoracic spine
Fracture lines (yellow arrows) in two adjacent vertebral bodies after trampoline fall.
Fracture lines (yellow arrows) in two adjacent vertebral bodies after trampoline fall.

Lateral view of the lower thoracic spine
Surrounding stress reaction (oedema=haemorrhages/microfractures; blue arrowheads) in the vertebral body adjacent to the fracture margins.
Surrounding stress reaction (oedema=haemorrhages/microfractures; blue arrowheads) in the vertebral body adjacent to the fracture margins.

Lateral view of the lower thoracic spine
Surrounding stress reaction (oedema=haemorrhages/microfractures; blue arrowheads) in the vertebral body adjacent to the fracture margins.
Surrounding stress reaction (oedema=haemorrhages/microfractures; blue arrowheads) in the vertebral body adjacent to the fracture margins.

MRI of the spine taken with the Bekhterev protocol

MRI of the spine taken with the Bekhterev protocol
We offer this examination at the following locations:
