Location for Truly upright Spine & Neck MRI scans
Our scans can be performed in London or Manchester
Medserena is a specialist provider of open and upright MRI scans in the UK and Germany, providing a premium service to investigate numerous medical conditions and symptoms.
We combine the finest diagnostic expertise with unique open MRI scanners in calm and spacious surroundings to deliver the best possible experience to all of our patients.
We understand that having an MRI scan in a conventional flatbed tunnel MRI scanner isn’t suitable for everyone - whether that is due to claustrophobia, being too heavy or just not being able to lie flat for a prolonged period because of a painful back condition. That’s why we provide all our MRI scans in comfortable upright scanners in which you can sit or stand, with an open front specifically designed to put you at your ease and keep you in close contact with your radiographer for reassurance throughout the experience.
Upright scanners are also particularly useful for assessing back pain and joint problems as you can be scanned in a weight-bearing position to give a more realistic picture of how your spinal vertebrae and joints react to gravity and pressure. Medserena has developed its own sequence of scanning the spine and neck called variPOSE where these areas can be imaged in different positions such as extended, flexed or rotated.
Our scans can be performed in London or Manchester
Prices are self-pay only, inclusive of Radiologist report
Many MRI scans can be booked for the same day
All MRI scans require close contact between you and the Radiographer, so we’ve implemented strict Social Distancing and Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) policies for increased protection in our centres.
Please note, in light of covid restrictions lifting in England from the 19th of July, we are continuing with enhanced infection control policies in our Upright MRI centres.
Calm, dignified
experience
Little or no
waiting time
Private, spacious
rooms
Premium
refreshments
Watch TV while
scanning
Medical report
within 72 hrs
Medserena has two centres in the UK – one in Kensington, London close to Heathrow airport and another in West Didsbury, Manchester, convenient for Manchester airport. Appointments at both centres are usually available within days and you will receive an in-depth report on the findings written by an expert Radiologist within 72 hours, providing you with the answers you need quickly.
You can book yourself online as a self-referred patient for Medserena MRI scans on a self-pay basis.
If you’re being referred by your healthcare professional for an MRI scan, you can book yourself online and upload your referral letter if you have it. You’ll have the choice to either self-pay or to pay via your private medical insurance. NHS referred patients who have an authorised individual funding request (IFR) are also accepted.
Find details and self-pay prices for all of our MRI scans here.
