Turning MRI hubbub into harmony

Many find the experience of undergoing MRI scans daunting and unpleasant. It’s no surprise that the claustrophobic space, need to remain entirely still for a long period of time, and noise from the machine’s coils expanding and contracting invoke distress and anxiety in patients. However, according to an article published Dec. 11 by Newsworks.org, some are using the MRI’s rhythms as musical inspiration. To find out more about turning MRI hubbub into harmony, click below. 

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