Mena, Arkansas Serving the surrounding region
Professional digital infrared thermal imaging is available in Mena through Medical Thermography of Southwest Arkansas.
A simple introduction
Medical thermography uses infrared cameras to record temperature variations on the surface of the skin and present them as thermal images.
The camera does not touch the body and does not emit ionizing radiation. Thermography is not intended to function as a sole diagnostic screening tool or to replace examinations, screening, or imaging recommended by a qualified healthcare professional.
Why thermography?
What do temperature variations have to do with one's health? Thermographic imaging allows us to see what the body is doing to maintain homeostasis at that moment in time.
The body's organs and tissues require thermal homeostasis or a balanced temperature. The blood distributes warmth evenly throughout the body. The lymphatic system helps control body water balance by transporting fluids throughout the body. Heat and fluid distribution is essential.
The body's largest organ, the skin, helps regulate the body's core temperature. These temperature variations of the skin can give us clues to a person's health status.
We can notice intense variations in thermal physiology, but the thermal camera can detect even discreet thermal variations that cannot be felt and yet can be significant. It is the unusual, or out of the ordinary, physiological changes that typically create the recognized abnormal patterns on the skin that the thermographic camera can detect and record.
Thermographic imaging allows us to see what the body is doing to maintain homeostasis in a moment of time based on the temperature variations of the skin.
Medical thermography is a painless, non-invasive, non-contact, and radiation-free diagnostic imaging that uses a specialized infrared camera.
The high-resolution infrared camera detects and records skin-surface temperature gradients, both hot and cold patterns and blood flow. The resulting image uses color or gray scales to show warmer or cooler areas, which are then interpreted and explained by trained medical practitioners.
These trained medical practitioners follow the universal standards for medical thermography and interpretation as set by organizations such as the American Academy of Thermology (AAT) and the International Academy of Clinical Thermology (IACT).
Medical thermography can be a helpful tool for conditions that affect blood flow, inflammation, or nerve activity.
It has been helpful in detecting nerve pain, vascular disorders, assessing inflammation, arthritis, stress fractures, and muscle strains, as well as evaluating localized inflammation or imbalances in the thyroid and temporomandibular joint (TMJ).
Infrared cameras have the technology to identify inflammatory changes by sensing the discreet voltage created by a temperature variation and reporting it on the device's thermal detector.
Thermographic imaging is the only visual, measurable inflammation assessment available to the healthcare industry today. It is simple and instant.
The imaging experience
Thermal images are captured without physical contact, compression, or ionizing radiation.
The imaging process is not a medical procedure and does not use needles or invasive procedures.
The thermal camera records images without touching the body.
The imaging process does not require physical compression.
Available study options range from specific areas of concern to a full body study.
Services
Explore the available studies, then choose an appointment time below. Call us if you need help selecting a study.
This is an ideal starting point in order to obtain a baseline health discovery. It includes the head and neck, breasts and chest, abdomen and back, legs and feet, arms and hands.
Ask about this studyIncludes scans of the breast, chest, and upper back.
Ask about this studyIncludes the head and neck, chest, heart and lungs, upper back, arms and hands.
Ask about this studyIncludes the lower extremities, pelvic regions, and ribs.
Ask about this studyThis scan addresses periphereal nerve flow concerns.
Ask about this studyWhat to expect
A clear starting point, with the details will be provided directly after your appointment is arranged.
Choose an appointment time online, or send an inquiry if you have questions or need help selecting a study.
After booking online, choose your scan and complete its questionnaire before your appointment. You’ll receive an email confirmation with preparation instructions. For inquiries, the office will contact you to help arrange your visit.
Plan for approximately 2 hours for your scan appointment. Thermal images are captured according to the applicable study. Review preparation and privacy details before your visit.
Your results will be emailed to you with a physician's evaluation. If you would like individualized consultation and recommendations based on your imaging interpretation call us at 479-216-8467 for an appointment with our in-house doctor.
Local care, clear process
Medical Thermography of Southwest Arkansas provides infrared thermal imaging in Mena, Arkansas.
Imaging services are offered by certified technicians at The Farmhouse.
Before your visit
Proper preparation helps support consistent thermal imaging. Once your appointment is arranged, you’ll receive the detailed instructions you need for your specific study.
Thermographic imaging requires unobstructed skin exposure in the areas being imaged. Clients may keep their underwear on during imaging; female clients will need to remove their bra.
A gown is provided for changing and privacy before and after image capture, but it is not worn during the imaging itself. The imaging room includes a full privacy curtain so you can undress and prepare in private. Your privacy is maintained throughout the appointment.
Detailed preparation instructions will be provided before your appointment. Please follow the instructions provided for your specific study.
Frequently asked questions
Still have a general question? Call 479-216-8467 before booking your appointment.
The body's organs and tissues require thermal homeostasis or a balanced temperature. The blood distributes warmth evenly throughout the body. The lymphatic system helps control body water balance by transporting fluids throughout the body. Heat and fluid distribution is essential. The body's largest organ, the skin, helps regulate the body's core temperature. These temperature variations of the skin can give us clues to a person's health status.
We can notice intense variations in thermal physiology, but the thermal camera can detect even discreet thermal variations that cannot be felt and yet can be significant. It is the unusual, or out of the ordinary, physiological changes that typically create the recognized abnormal patterns on the skin that the thermographic camera can detect and record. Thermographic imaging allows us to see what the body is doing to maintain homeostasis in a moment of time based on the temperature variations of the skin.
Infrared cameras have the technology to identify inflammatory changes by sensing the discreet voltage created by a temperature variation and reporting it on the device's thermal detector. Thermographic imaging is the only visual, measurable inflammation assessment available to the healthcare industry today. It is simple and instant.
Medical thermography is a painless, non-invasive, non-contact, and radiation-free diagnostic imaging that uses a specialized digital infrared camera.
No. The thermal camera does not emit ionizing radiation.
No. Thermal images are captured without the camera making physical contact with the body.
Please arrive with an empty stomach and plan for approximately 2 hours for your scan appointment. Thermographic imaging requires unobstructed skin exposure in the areas being imaged. Clients may keep their underwear on during imaging; female clients will need to remove their bra. A gown is provided for changing and privacy before and after image capture, but it is not worn during the imaging itself. The imaging room includes a full privacy curtain so you can undress and prepare in private. Your privacy is maintained throughout the appointment. Detailed preparation instructions are provided after your appointment is arranged. Review preparation guidance.
Plan for approximately 2 hours for your scan appointment.
You will need to uncover the areas being imaged so the camera can record unobstructed skin-surface temperature patterns. Clients may keep their underwear on during imaging; female clients will need to remove their bra. A gown is provided for changing and privacy before and after image capture, but it is not worn during the imaging itself. The imaging room includes a full privacy curtain so you can undress and prepare in private. Your privacy is maintained throughout the appointment.
Your results will be emailed to you with a physician's evaluation. If you would like an individualized consultation and recommendations based on your imaging interpretation call us at 479-216-8467 for an appointment with our in-house doctor.
Medical Thermography is a unique health discovery tool. No other technology can detect signs of inflammation. In addition, thermography can provide the benefit of confirming if a treatment is being efficacious. Thermography is not intended to function as a sole diagnostic screening tool or to replace examinations, screening, or imaging recommended by a qualified healthcare professional.
Start here
Have a question or need help choosing a study? Use the inquiry form. Ready to choose a time? Book your appointment on our calendar.
Choose an available two-hour appointment, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
After scheduling, you will receive a confirmation email with your appointment information and a link to set up your account.
You will also need to choose your scan and complete the associated questionnaire before your appointment.
You will be able to save and finish the questionnaire at your convenience once your account is created.
We encorage you to have your questionnaire completed at least 48 hours before your appointment.
Before your visit: arrive with an empty stomach and plan for approximately 2 hours. Read preparation and privacy guidance.
Do not submit medical history, diagnoses, symptoms, or other sensitive health information through this general inquiry form.
