Thermography, or DITI, is a non-invasive, safe way to detect early signs of health changes using infra-red photography. It works by capturing body temperature variations with high-tech cameras. Trained experts take detailed images that are carefully analyzed with specialized software. This simple yet advanced test can give valuable clues about your body's function and physiology.
DITI is FDA-approved and stands out as a safe, no-radiation diagnostic method. It captures the body's natural heat emission from the skin and subcutaneous tissue, transforming it into a visual map of the body's function and physiology. The data is assessed for various medical conditions well before they become visible or symptomatic.
The thermogram produced by DITI displays the body's temperature in vibrant colors, each representing different levels of metabolic activity and blood flow. This visual guide aids medical professionals in analyzing bodily functions, helping to pinpoint areas of concern with precision.
All living organisms, including humans, radiate heat energy in specific patterns. Temperature has been a signifier of health and illness for centuries. Thermography leverages this principle by capturing detailed images of the heat your body emits, which can reflect current physiological activities, inflammation, and metabolic activity.
Our body maintains thermal symmetry when healthy, meaning both sides should have similar temperature patterns. Thermography excels in spotting any asymmetry between these patterns, pinpointing potential health concerns with a precision down to 0.01°C.
Thermography tracks blood flow and heat patterns to monitor the sympathetic nervous system's function and identify local pain responses (somato sympathetic response). It detects how post-traumatic pain influences this system and skin microcirculation, with these changes visible in thermal emissions.
Skin blood flow is regulated by the sympathetic nervous system, creating a consistent and symmetrical dermal pattern, accurately captured by DITI (Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging) with a 0.01°C temperature sensitivity. DITI's neuro-thermography measures dermal blood flow to assess the sympathetic nervous system's somatic component.
DITI reveals a 'somato sympathetic response,' showing localized altered temperature areas specific to each anatomical lesion. Temperature differentials in cases like peripheral nerve injury average at 1.5°C, with sympathetic dysfunctions such as RSD/SMP/CRPS varying from 1°C to 10°C depending on severity.
Rheumatological issues appear as 'hot areas' due to inflammatory processes on DITI, alongside potential hot and cold responses from increased sympathetic activity. It also efficiently displays vascular conditions including Raynaud's, Vasculitis, Limb Ischemia, and DVT, highlighting its diagnostic versatility.
Our images are taken with Meditherm equipment exclusively. Meditherm makes the only medical grade (with FDA factory inspections) infrared imaging equipment on the market today.
The Meditherm infrared camera, refined from military to medical use, captures skin temperature variations with precision up to 1/100th of a degree. Engineered to meet clinical standards, this top-tier diagnostic tool has proven reliable through extensive testing and validation.
Thermography provides a non-invasive and radiation-free health assessment, ideal for frequent use and early disease detection, ensuring a comfortable and risk-free diagnostic option.
Thermography and mammograms are complementary breast health tools, each with unique benefits. Mammography uses radiation to reveal the breast structure and detect small cancers, while thermography detects early skin temperature changes hinting at potential pathology and early signs of disease. They are not competitive but synergistic, serving different diagnostic roles. Combined, they offer a fuller picture of breast health and enhanced early cancer detection and risk monitoring.
A test of function and physiology, using Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging (DITI) to visualize and quantify changes in skin surface temperature.
To see thermovascular changes that can take place long before structural changes; focused on functional changes and early detection.
Uses an infrared camera to record temperature changes to 1/100th of a degree, highlighting physiological changes and metabolic processes.
Non-invasive, no-touch process with no exposure to X-rays, ideal for those uncomfortable in enclosed spaces.
Safe with no radiation, can visualize pain and physiological changes, useful for full body scans, and can detect issues before they become structurally apparent.
Thermography is the only imaging technology at this time that is capable of showing physiological changes and metabolic processes. Thermography can often show where the pain is coming from.
An X-ray of the breast, used to find breast diseases, specifically breast cancer.
To detect breast cancer in the breast tissue for women who have lumps, pain, nipple discharge or other breast cancer risks.
Utilizes radiation to capture images of the breast tissue for structural assessment to identify lumps or masses that may be cancerous.
Involves compression of the breast and exposure to low doses of X-rays.
Reveals breast structure and densities, enabling lump measurement, calcification, pre-biopsy pathology, and precise localization of tumors or abnormalities.
Mammograms along with other diagnostic tools such as X-rays, ultrasound, and MRIs are all tests that provide information on the structures found within the body.
Thermography and mammography deliver different insights and are not in competition but rather complement each other. Mammography and ultrasound look at the structural and tissue densities, which is something Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging (DITI) doesn't do. However, by combining these modalities, every test's strengths are utilized, enhancing the detection rates of early abnormalities. The aim is always the earliest possible intervention, leveraging the strengths of multiple screening methods to offer the best care.
Thermography, a technique thoroughly researched and widely recognized, has been a part of medical imaging since the FDA approved it in 1982 as an adjunctive tool. With a focus on breast imaging, over 300,000 women have participated in extensive studies spanning more than 50 years, leading to the development of highly accurate and definitive interpretation protocols over the past 15 years.
Thermography has been recognized as a viable diagnostic tool since 1987 by the AMA council on scientific affairs, the ACA council on Diagnostic Imaging, the Congress of Neurosurgeons in 1988 and in 1990 by the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Additionaly, results obtained with medical DITI systems are totally objective and show excellent correlation with other diagnostic tests.
Welcome to ThermApproach! We're revolutionizing health and wellness with our cutting-edge thermographic imaging. ThermApproach was born out of a shared passion for integrating technological advancements into the healthcare sector. Our ethos is centered around providing a seamless, safe, and scientifically-backed health assessment experience. By harnessing the power of thermographic imaging, we offer an array of services designed to detect early signs of potential health issues, facilitating timely interventions.
At ThermApproach, we believe in a world where health care is accessible, non-invasive, and aligned with the individual needs of each person. We are committed to educating and equipping our clients, enabling them to make informed health decisions. With ThermApproach, you are not just another patient; you are a partner in the shared journey towards a healthier and more vibrant life.
Join us as we redefine the landscape of preventive health care through the lens of thermography, and take the first step towards a proactive approach to your health and well-being. Welcome to ThermApproach – where you can see beyond the surface.
Explore the benefits of Thermography on our blog! Dive into how this non-invasive technology can reveal early health insights through thermal imaging. Stay informed and enhance your wellness journey with the latest in Thermography.
Explore the benefits of Thermography on our blog! Dive into how this non-invasive technology can reveal early health insights through thermal imaging. Stay informed and enhance your wellness journey with the latest in Thermography.
