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What Whole-Body MRI Can (and Can’t) Tell You
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In this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, I sit down with Matthew Paul Clemons, MD, a diagnostic radiologist specializing in nuclear medicine and body imaging. We get into what whole-body MRI can actually tell you, where a quick screening scan has important limits, and why an incidental finding can sometimes lead to a long trail of follow-up testing without a clear benefit. Paul also breaks down how MRI, CT, PET, and DEXA differ; what contrast and radiation really mean; and why a dramatic image of your spine does not automatically identify the source of pain or mean surgery is the next step. If you are thinking about advanced imaging for prevention, performance, or body-composition tracking, this is a practical conversation about asking better questions and keeping standard screening in perspective. Listen to the full episode here Episode Timestamps: 1:50 - Whole-body MRI and preventive screening If you prefer to watch the podcast, check it out below: Watch the episode on YouTube Much love, Dr. Mike ________ Mike T Nelson CISSN, CSCS, MSME, PhD Mike T Nelson is a PhD and not a physician or registered dietitian. The contents of this email should not be taken as medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health problem - nor is it intended to replace the advice of a physician. Always consult your physician or qualified health professional on any matters regarding your health. |
Dr Mike T Nelson
Creator of the Flex Diet Cert & Phys Flex Cert, CSCS, CISSN, Assoc Professor, kiteboarder, lifter of odd objects, metal music lover. >>>>Sign up to my daily FREE Fitness Insider newsletter below
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