Most MRI exams for hip pain take about 45 minutes. âMRI can also be important in diagnosing a hip fracture that is not clearly visible on X-ray or CT scan,â says Dr. Saboeiro. âFor example, a patient may fracture a hip and, despite some pain, may not be severely disabled by the injury.
Depending on your surgery, your chest incision may extend through layers of skin, muscle and bone. Your skin should be healed by the time of discharge, your breastbone should take six to eight weeks, and your scar should fade in approximately six months to one year.
Incision Care. Your surgeon may use staples or sutures to close your incision. You may also have 2 to 4 drains inserted following your surgery. 1  You may shower 48 hours after removal of the drainage tubes. 2  Drains may stay in for several weeks.3  Avoid exposing scars to sun for at least 12 months. 4  Always use a strong sunblock, if sun exposure is unavoidable (SPF 30 or greater).ncision Care. Your surgeon may use staples or sutures to close your incision. You may also have 2 to 4 drains inserted following your surgery. 1  You may shower 48 hours after removal of the drainage tubes. 2  Drains may stay in for several weeks.