the thermography Screening process

The Breast Stress Study System

In our temperature-controlled Imaging Suite, you relax as your body acclimates behind our privacy screen. After the acclimation process, we take 2 separate series of thermal images. The first series is your baseline before you place your hands in cool water. The second series is the ‘stress study’ series. This is to record the changes in your physiological response, to the cool water challenge. You’re finished in about 20 minutes. The whole time you are behind a privacy screen for your personal comfort. Dr. Claire, a board certified clinical thermologist, will read your thermal images and write the report. You will then receive a personal report of your results. Your first thermal exam report includes a 'bonas' audio of Dr. Claire explaining your results ending with helpful hints for better breast health.

preparation guide

Your body must be as NEUTRAL as possible to ensure valid results.

NOTIFY US if you have had any chemotherapy, laser treatment (tattoos), radiation, surgery or any other specialized procedures / therapies in the past three months, to reschedule your appointment.

5 DAYS BEFORE

AVOID natural or artificial tanning of any areas to be imaged.

Allow 1-2 weeks to heal sunburned areas.

If you get a significant fever (over 101ºF), please call us to reschedule.

24 HOURS BEFORE

DO NOT shave areas to be imaged within 24 hours.

DO NOT use a sauna, jacuzzi, infrared therapy or steam room.

DO NOT use hot/cold packs on the areas to be imaged.

NO bleaching, henna tattoos, massage or waxing of any areas to be imaged.

NO compression or physical manipulation of any areas to be examined.

NO ultrasound or tens therapy (electrical stimulation).

NO acupuncture, chiropractic, or physical therapy.

NO CT, MRI, PET scans, Ultrasound or X-rays.

On the day of your appointment ...

NO deodorant, colognes/perfumes, lotions, powders or skin cream.

WEAR loose-fitting garments on the day of your exam.

REMOVE jewelry and or piercings specific to the areas being imaged.

DO NOT BRING babies or children, as it will affect the outcome of your exam.

6 HOURS BEFORE

NO energy drinks or protein bars.

AVOID aspirin, balms or mild pain medications.

NOTIFY the staff if you have taken medications.

2-3 HOURS BEFORE

AVOID exercise, hot bath/showers or swimming in the sun or heated pool.

NO beverages or food (room temperature water only).

NO candies, chewing gum, mints, smoking, vaping, or chewing tobacco.

NOTIFY the staff if you are breastfeeding