I bet I dont fit the MRI machine

Hi Nathalie,

 I weighed 320 and was only 5 4" and I fit fine so you'll do OK. If you're claustrophobic try and get a small script from your doc to relax you. Best of luck you'll do fine.  

I had  a MRI in Guelph 2 yrs ago I was 340 ish and 5 foot 9. I was in the entire tube for about 35 minutes. Sounds like you'll be fine.

I understand your fear, I exceed the weight limit so I guess I won't fit in the MRI but they didnt seem too worried about it, and I am approved to have the surgery without it.
Good luck, it sounds like you will be just fine :-)

 I too have had an MRI at Royal Victoria Hosp. in Barrie two years ago.  I am a tad claustrophobic and was concerned about my size as well.  The imaging person gave me a headset and my choice of CD's to pick and I was happy as a clam listening to some great music.  She also gave me a cool cloth to put on my forehead.  It was over in no time.  Best wishes and you will be great

 I can see me trying to stay still while listening to music ...lol good luck I would be b-bopping along to the music 

Nathalie, you should do just fine. I had an MRI when I weighed about 345 & it went just fine. I kept my arms above my head and my body was in the tube up to about my eye level. My body fit inside the machine without me touching any part of it.  What I found helpful was that they gave me earphones to wear & asked me what type of music I liked to listen to, so I was able to stay calm and not panic. Best of luck and try not to worry too much about it if you can help it.

Deb

I'm 5'9" was 294lbs going in to the MRI. I fit.