In the fast-paced world of MRI diagnostics, clear communication between MRI technologists and radiologists is a must—but let’s face it—it’s not always smooth sailing. Often, patients describe pain or discomfort that doesn’t neatly line up with textbook anatomical landmarks, leaving technologists and radiologists playing detective. This ambiguity can lead to unclear images, potential misdiagnoses, extra scans, and patient frustration.

Every MRI technologist and radiologist has experienced the struggle: a patient points vaguely at their back, shoulder, or knee, describing a pain that’s hard to localize accurately. Traditional methods rely heavily on verbal descriptions, but these can fall short, particularly when patients struggle to articulate exactly where their discomfort lies.