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    Private MRI Scanning in Marbella

    Before recommending any regenerative orthopaedic treatment, Dr. Arvin Yarollahi needs to understand the condition of the affected joint or tissue. Imaging is selected after clinical assessment. X-rays, ultrasound or MRI may be appropriate depending on the suspected condition. MRI scanning is not performed at CellOrtho. Scans are carried out by Executive Health, a private diagnostics clinic in Marbella. CellOrtho arranges the referral and reviews your imaging with you.

    MRI scanner used for private diagnostic imaging at an external clinic in Marbella

    When an MRI is Used Before Regenerative Treatment

    An MRI scan gives a detailed picture of soft tissue, cartilage, tendons, ligaments and bone that X-rays cannot provide. For patients considering PRP therapy, it can show the degree of cartilage loss, the extent of any tendon damage, whether there is a ligament tear, and how much inflammation is present. Imaging findings are one part of the assessment. They are considered alongside your symptoms, history and examination, and an MRI on its own does not determine whether a treatment is suitable or predict how you will respond.

    Patients who arrive with recent imaging can often proceed to a treatment recommendation sooner. Where a scan is needed, CellOrtho refers you to Executive Health, who carry out the examination at their own facility.

    What MRI Scans Show

    Cartilage Condition

    MRI shows the thickness and integrity of cartilage in joints including the knee, hip and shoulder, which is one of the findings used when assessing osteoarthritis.

    Tendon and Ligament Integrity

    Tears, partial tears and degeneration in tendons and ligaments can be seen on MRI, which helps when planning treatment for conditions such as rotator cuff injuries, ACL damage and tennis elbow.

    Joint Inflammation

    MRI with contrast can identify synovial inflammation and joint effusion, helping distinguish between inflammatory and degenerative conditions.

    Disc and Spinal Conditions

    For back and neck pain, MRI can show disc herniations, nerve compression and spinal degeneration, which are considered alongside your symptoms and examination.

    Bone Oedema

    Bone marrow oedema visible on MRI indicates stress responses and early degeneration that may not yet be apparent on X-ray but are clinically significant for treatment planning.

    Soft Tissue Structures

    Muscles, bursae, nerves and surrounding soft tissue are all visible on MRI, providing a comprehensive picture of the entire joint environment.

    Our Recommended MRI Partner in Marbella

    MRI scanning for CellOrtho patients is carried out by Executive Health, a private diagnostics clinic in Marbella. They offer MRI scanning for specific joints as well as full body MRI screening, and their team reviews the examination with you. CellOrtho arranges the referral; the scan itself takes place at their facility.

    Private Diagnostics and MRI Scanning

    Executive Health Marbella

    Private MRI scanning and health screening in Marbella from €325. Contact them to confirm the price for the scan you need and what it covers. Results reviewed with their specialist. Not subject to public health waiting lists.

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    MRI Scans We Commonly Request

    • Knee MRI, for osteoarthritis, meniscus tears, ligament damage and cartilage assessment
    • Shoulder MRI, for rotator cuff tears, labrum injuries and shoulder impingement
    • Hip MRI, for hip osteoarthritis, labral tears and tendon conditions
    • Elbow MRI, for tennis elbow, golfer's elbow and joint degeneration
    • Spine MRI, for herniated discs, nerve compression and cervical or lumbar conditions
    • Ankle and foot MRI, for Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis and ligament injuries
    • Wrist and hand MRI, for tendon conditions, arthritis and nerve compression

    Do You Already Have an MRI?

    If you have had an MRI scan within the last 12 months, you can share your images and report with Dr. Yarollahi during your free video consultation. He will review your imaging and advise whether it provides sufficient information, or whether a more recent or different examination would be appropriate. Many patients are able to proceed to a discussion of treatment options without additional imaging.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Common questions about this treatment

    Not necessarily. You can book a free video consultation without any imaging. During the consultation Dr. Yarollahi will assess your symptoms and history, and advise whether an MRI is needed before a treatment recommendation can be made. If you already have recent MRI imaging, bring it to the consultation and he may be able to make a recommendation immediately.

    At Executive Health, MRI scanning starts from €325. Full body MRI is also available. Pricing varies depending on the area being scanned and the type of examination required. Contact Executive Health directly for current pricing, what each price covers and availability.

    Executive Health is a private clinic, so appointments are not subject to public health waiting lists. Availability varies and is confirmed by Executive Health. CellOrtho can refer you to them.

    Yes. If you have had an MRI abroad and can provide the images on CD or via digital transfer, along with the radiologist's report, Dr. Yarollahi can review these during your consultation. The quality and recency of the imaging will determine whether it is sufficient for a treatment recommendation.

    X-rays show bone structure clearly but provide limited information about soft tissue, cartilage, tendons and ligaments. MRI shows these structures in more detail. Imaging is selected after clinical assessment. X-rays, ultrasound or MRI may be appropriate depending on the suspected condition.

    Yes. As part of your consultation, Dr. Yarollahi reviews your MRI imaging directly and explains what the scan shows in clear terms. He does not simply relay a radiologist's report, he interprets the imaging in the context of your symptoms, history and treatment goals.

    For people without symptoms or relevant risk factors, the benefit of routine whole-body MRI screening is not established. Incidental findings can lead to further investigations, so suitability should be discussed with a clinician. Executive Health offers full body MRI and can confirm current pricing and exactly what the examination covers.

    Ready to Get Your MRI and Start Your Treatment Assessment?

    Book a free video consultation with Dr. Arvin Yarollahi. He will advise which imaging, if any, is appropriate after assessing you, and can refer you to Executive Health for the scan.

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    Also see our health optimisation consultation and our DEXA scan in Marbella, also arranged through Executive Health.