Dear AuntMinnie Member,
If you're siting a new MRI scanner, chances are you've considered the architectural requirements of the scanning suite, how to create a magnet-safe environment, and maybe even the steps required to mitigate magnetic contamination of your building. But have you thought about the impact that environmental vibration can have on your expensive new equipment?
Vibration and MRI machines don't mix, according to an article we're featuring in our MRI Digital Community. Authored by MRI architectural firm Jünk Architects of Kansas City, MO, the story explores the many sources of vibration, its impact on scanning, and what you can do to prevent it.
Bad vibes can be caused by building systems such as elevators and air-conditioning equipment, nearby roads or trains, even construction work. Many vendors include vibration-isolation pads with their installations, but they're no guarantee that you won't have problems.
As with most potential problems, the best approach is a proactive one, in this case assessing potential vibration problems before the magnet is installed. Find out what you can do by clicking here.
Another recent article from Jünk Architects reviews what we've done about MRI safety since a six-year-old boy was killed in an MRI magnet four years ago. You might be surprised at the progress -- or lack of same -- in the years since. Click here to read the story, or visit our MRI Digital Community at mri.auntminnie.com.
