Diagnostic Calf MRI Scan
Receive an MRI scan and diagnostic report for your calf pain through Vista Health.
Schedule an appointment today by filling out our form.
Affordable and Accessible
If calf pain limits your mobility and prevents you from enjoying physical activities, you want to get diagnosed as soon as possible to receive treatment. Get easy access to an MRI scan through Vista Health.
We provide competitively priced diagnostic services and accept self-referrals. You can schedule your appointment online and as early as tomorrow.
When to Get a Calf MRI
It can be difficult to determine the exact cause of calf pain. However, an MRI scan will help inform a diagnosis. Consider getting a calf MRI if you notice any of the following:
- Bone pain
- Pain combined with fever
- Instability of your foot or ankle
- A lump or mass
- Pain, discolouration, or inflammation
What a Calf MRI Scan Detects
With an MRI scan, your radiologist can see inside your calf through cross-sectional images. The scan will show your:
- Tibia
- Fibula
- Muscles
- Tendons and ligaments
- Nerves
- Blood vessels
- Additional soft tissues
Any damage or abnormalities in these parts of your calf will inform your radiologist of your condition. You may be diagnosed with:
- Muscle or ligament tears
- Inflammation
- Nerve damage
- Infections
With the information revealed by the MRI images, your physician can prescribe an effective treatment plan, allowing you to recover faster.
How To Prepare For Your MRI Scan
MRI scans do not require much preparation in most cases. Rarely, patients may be asked to fast before the procedure. Otherwise, you can eat and take your usual medication.
Our patient care team also needs to know about your medical history. Your radiologist may need to take extra precautions or recommend a different procedure depending on whether you have any of the following electronic implants or conditions:
- Allergy to MRI contrast material
- Pacemaker
- Implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD)
- Cochlear implants
- Artificial heart valves
- Artificial joints
- Pregnancy
- Claustrophobia
You won’t need to do much during the calf MRI scan itself. After removing metal objects like piercings and jewellery, you change into a gown, lie down and wait for the scan to finish.
Don’t Delay Your Treatment
Perhaps you’ve thought of simply ignoring the pain in your calf. Sometimes, it may work. However, if the pain worsens or doesn’t subside after a few days, you should get it checked immediately. Vista Health will accurately identify the cause so you can get treated as soon as possible.
Our expert patient care team will support you through your healthcare journey. They’ll provide advice so you can make informed decisions for your treatment.
Schedule Your MRI Scan
Easily schedule an MRI scan for an affordable price through Vista Health. Your appointment can be as early as tomorrow, and you’ll get support from our patient care team.
Book an appointment online or call our patient care line to discuss your scan on 0330 134 2627 or make an enquiry by filling out our contact form.
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*All prices include scan, images and report*
Fast Track MRI -Scan within 7 days |
£365 |
Standard MRI -Scan from 7 days |
£345 |
Off-Peak MRI Scan -Limited fixed scan times |
£249 |
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Skip long waiting times
Prices include reports
Refer Yourself. No need for GP Referral
Fast Reporting and Digital Images
UK's most competitive prices
Immediate Access to Scans
Rated excellent on Trustpilot
Patient Care Team available 7 days
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No Referral? No Problem
Vista Health has pioneered the self-referral pathway within private diagnostic services. We know how difficult it can be to see a GP, so we made it easier than ever for you to access diagnostic services when you need them the most.
We offer private diagnostic services on a self-referral basis, which means you don't need to get a referral from your NHS GP. Simply use our online booking or refer yourself services or simply contact us and we will guide you through our easy-to-follow self-referral process.
There are a number of ways to book an appointment with us:
You can refer yourself by completing the online form here. Submit the form to us and our friendly team will contact you directly.
You can refer yourself, choose and book your own appointment here. In a few easy steps you can book your appointment with us at a time to suit you.
You can make a general enquiry by completing the contact form here. We will then call or email you back and answer any questions that you may have.
Call our dedicated Patient Care team directly on 0330 173 7871 and we can guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have.