Thermal Imaging

Thermal Imaging, otherwise known as DITI, or digital inferred thermal imaging, is the process of measuring the heat given off the body. It is a means of identifying potential problem areas such as chronic pain, working as diagnostic tool. It is also helpful in early detection of breast abnormalities such as cancer.

How does thermal imaging work?
Physiological changes that occur within the body are ‘mirrored’ within the first 6mm of the skin’s surface by either hot or cold patterns. For example, a cancerous tumour, as it sets up it’s own blood supply, will show as a ‘hot’ spot, whereas a benign cyst may show as a ‘cold’ spot as it forces blood vessels out of the way.

A series of ‘thermal imaging’ photographs are taken of either the entire body, or a specific body part.

These thermographic images are then transferred to a computer where a medical practitioner, trained in thermographic interpretations, reads the scan. The thermologist will write a report based on the findings, a copy which is then sent to the patient and the doctor.

What is thermal imaging recommended for?

• Breast scanning
  - Early detection of abnormalities such as cancer
     (prior to mammogram detection)
  > Suitable for all ages (even dense tissue of younger age)
  > Suitable for those with implants (no pressure applied to area)
  > No radiation risk
• Chronic Pain
  Helps to identify where the pain is manifesting from
  (vascular, soft tissue…)
• Identifying and measuring any potential problem areas

For more information go to www.meditherm.co.nz or phone on 0800 466 243 or email info@meditherm.co.nz