ABOUT THERMOGRAPHY

 

DITI (Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging or Thermography) is a non-invasive diagnostic technique that allows the examiner to visualize and quantify changes in skin surface temperature. An infrared scanning device is used to convert infrared radiation emitted from the skin surface into electrical impulses that are visualized in color on a monitor. This visual image graphically maps the body temperature and is referred to as a thermogram. (Learn more about thermal imaging by clicking here or here to get downloadable brochures.)

 

There are numerous web sites that will give you further information:

 

·         Thermology On Line

·         The Best Breast Test – Dr. Christiane Northup, M.D.

·         Revolutionary and Safe Diagnostic Tool Detects Hidden Inflammation: Thermography – Dr Joseph Mercola, D.O.

·         Dr. Christine Horner

·         Effectiveness of a noninvasive digital infrared thermal imaging system in the detection of breast cancer – American Journal of Surgery.

 

You can also find useful links on my Breast Health Blog.

 

Please note: Avoid heavy exercise, deodorant, spicy foods, hot beverages, body creams and lotions, gum chewing, and tight-fitting clothing on the day of your thermogram.