Digital infrared thermal imaging in health care

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Colors indicate increases or decreases in infrared radiation emitted from the body surface
Colors indicate increases or decreases in infrared radiation emitted from the body surface

Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging (DITI) is a diagnostic technique that is non-invasive and involves no exposure to radiation. During an exam, a DITI camera is used to capture images, called thermograms. These thermographic images are taken by trained thermographers who submit them to a thermologists (medical doctors trained in thermology) who interpret the images for the patient to submit to their health professional for further evaluation.[1]

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[edit] Common clinical uses

  • Early detection of breast cancer[2]
  • Monitoring changes in overall health
  • Monitoring healing processes

[edit] Types of screening

  • Breast Screening to detect breast cancer and other disorders at their earliest stages
  • Full Body Screening to detect areas of inflammation and origins of unexplained pain
  • Region of Interest Screening to identify and monitor localized conditions such as thyroid conditions, TMJ, carpal tunnel syndrome, etc.

[edit] References

  1. ^ Overview of Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging. Meditherm. Retrieved on 2008-01-15.
  2. ^ Witt, Brenda. Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging In Medical Therapy. Here In Maine. Retrieved on 2008-01-15.

[edit] External links

Two commercial companies providing DITI: