Spinal MS involves locating lesions on the spine and monitoring how these lesions affect the individual. Spinal Multiple Sclerosis can be included in different forms of MS. Each has similar symptoms, but not all types of MS include periods of remission. An MRI is used to locate both old and new lesions in an MS patient. Old lesions can be seen as a collection of scars on nerve cells and newer lesions appear as brighter spots on the scan. In some cases, the doctor might suggest an injection of gadolinium to be administered before the MRI. This colorless dye causes inflamed nerve cells to show up brightly on the scan; thus enabling a doctor to be certain about active inflammation.

The MRI takes a while to set up and complete. There are certain health issues that need to be taken into consideration before an MRI can take place. Once these …