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Protocols for Thermal Imaging

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Patient Preparation: Thermal imaging is a heat sensitive test. Anything that creates heat should be avoided prior to testing. Excessive metabolic activity, friction, or any of the activities listed below which will alter heat readings.

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1 Month Prior:

● No minor breast surgery, i.e. biopsy.

● We may still perform testing after biopsy. Write this in your intake form.

● Patients MUST wait a minimum of 4-6 weeks post CoolSculpting procedures BEFORE having thermal imaging. ● Patients should wait 6 weeks after Cupping BEFORE having thermal imaging.

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1 Week Prior:

● Be cautious of too much sun exposure in order to avoid sunburn.

● Scans will have to be rescheduled if the patient has a sunburn of any sort.

 

48 Hours Prior:

● For best results, men should shave facial hair and excessive back hair.

● Avoid all tanning and limit sun exposure.

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24 Hours Prior:

● Avoid chiropractic care, massage therapy, or acupuncture.

● No saunas, steam baths, hot tubs, heating pads, or hot water bottles.

● No analgesic creams or balms.

● Do not shave underarms (should be done prior).

● Please reschedule if you are feeling feverish or ill in any way.

● Refrain from sexual activity.

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Day of Exam:

● Do not use creams, lotions, cosmetics, ointments, deodorant, antiperspirants, powders or any other skin product.

● Please bring a hair tie to remove hair from your forehead and back of neck.

● Remove all piercings and jewelry prior to exam, unless unable to.

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4 hours prior:

● Women - do not wear a bra for the 4 hours leading up to the exam

● Avoid hot showers or shaving.

● Avoid physical therapy or exercise.

● No coffee, tea, soda, or other beverages containing caffeine. No alcoholic beverages.

● Do not smoke cigarettes or use any product which contains nicotine.

● Do not use a seat warmer.

 

2 hours prior:

● Avoid hot or cold liquids.

● Avoid eating or chewing gum.

● Avoid using a cell phone to ear. You can still text, use the speaker, and GPS.

● Do not use a smart watch.

 

Prior to and During Exam:

● Please inform us if you have a hot flash during the session. Try to relax prior to and during the exam. Stress will affect your exam

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