Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a common medical examination, based on the use of electromagnetic fields.
In order for the MRI to be carried out in complete safety, it is necessary to remove all clothing and objects likely to contain metal before starting the examination: this recommendation concerns watches, belts, jewellery, dental prostheses, external hearing aids…
In anticipation of an MRI examination, “opt for a comfortable outfit, without press studs or metal closures. Also avoid black clothing or synthetic fabric, which can disturb the images“also advises the Health Insurance.
Metal fibers in some sportswear, to help wick away perspiration
But according to Dr. Hollis Potter, director of the department of radiology and medical imaging at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City (in the United States), there is one piece of clothing to absolutely avoid when going for a MRI exam: the yoga pants.
A surprising piece of advice, since yoga pants fall precisely into the category of “comfortable outfits without snaps or metal fasteners“recommended by Health Insurance. Except that one detail is important: sportswear (intended for yoga, in particular) is often woven with metal fibers, intended to promote the evacuation of perspiration…
“Doing an MRI exam in yoga pants is like putting your leg on a hot hob: the skin is burned!” emphasizes Dr. Hollis Potter. In short, a classic jogging or a simple non-technical legging perfectly the case…
Source :The Washington Post
