How Marion Open MRI Gives Every Patient the Care They Deserve
Imagine finally getting that MRI your doctor ordered—only to be told you don’t fit. For thousands of patients across Indiana weighing over 300 pounds, this isn’t a hypothetical. It’s an embarrassing, frustrating reality. Traditional closed bore MRI machines have a narrow opening that simply cannot accommodate larger body types. So what are your options? At Marion Open MRI in Marion, Indiana, you have a real one.
The Problem with Traditional Closed MRI Machines
Most MRI machines are closed-bore—meaning you slide into a tube that’s only about 60 centimeters wide. That works fine for average-sized patients, but if you weigh over 300 lbs, the opening is too small. You physically cannot fit. Many facilities will turn you away or suggest alternatives that delay your diagnosis. And for patients dealing with claustrophobia, even getting into a closed MRI can feel impossible. The result? People go undiagnosed. Conditions go untreated. And patients feel like the healthcare system wasn’t built for them.
Why Open MRI Changes Everything
An open MRI machine doesn’t use a narrow tube. Instead, it features an open design with space on the sides, making it accessible to patients of all sizes—including those weighing 400 lbs and above. There’s a common myth that open MRI produces lower-quality images than closed bore systems. That’s simply not true. Modern open MRI technology delivers diagnostic-quality imaging that physicians trust for accurate readings. It’s not about which machine is “better.” It’s about which machine your body can actually get into.
Who Benefits from Open MRI?
An open MRI machine doesn’t use a narrow tube. Instead, it features an open design with space on the sides, making it accessible to patients of all sizes—including those weighing 400 lbs and above. There’s a common myth that open MRI produces lower-quality images than closed bore systems. That’s simply not true. Modern open MRI technology delivers diagnostic-quality imaging that physicians trust for accurate readings. It’s not about which machine is “better.” It’s about which machine your body can actually get into.
Why Choose Marion Open MRI?
Located right here in Marion, Indiana, we built our practice around one idea: every patient deserves access to the imaging they need. We’re not here to judge. We’re here to accommodate you, find out what’s wrong, and help you get the care you deserve. Our open MRI technology means no more being turned away, no more anxiety, and no more waiting.