Contrast dye is not always necessary but may be used in certain cases to enhance the images, particularly for detecting labral tears or tendon injuries.

It’s recommended for diagnosing conditions like rotator cuff tears, arthritis, shoulder impingement, labral tears, frozen shoulder, tendonitis, bursitis, and fractures or dislocations.

No, the MRI procedure itself is painless. However, you may need to hold a specific position during the scan, which could cause temporary discomfort.

No special preparation is usually required, but you should remove all metal objects like jewelry. If contrast dye is used, you may be asked to fast for a few hours before the scan.