November 1 – Manchester United have renewed their partnership with Canon Medical Systems Europe as the club’s Official Medical Systems Partner. The agreement was first signed in 2013.
The new “multi-year”deal will give maintain player access to top-of-the-range medical imaging equipment including CT, MRI, and Ultrasound that is installed into a dedicated Medical Centre at The Aon Training Complex.
The equipment has been a key tool for Man Utd’s playing department staff to examine injuries and undertake pre-emptive screening for preventable injuries. Under the new deal the club will benefit from product and technology upgrades that will strengthen cardiac and general health screenings.
Manchester United Head of Sports Medicine and Science, Dr Steve McNally, said: “During the past six years, our partnership has redefined the standard for medical imaging in elite sport. Daily access to state-of-the-art equipment and intelligent technologies has improved responsiveness to clinical presentations. Most importantly, we have developed a concept of ‘performance imaging’ over and above clinical diagnostics.
“By utilising innovative techniques borne out of shared ideas and experiences from Canon Medical’s wider network of experts, we can now profile and monitor our players in ways we have never done before. This not only enhances athlete health and safety but also provides invaluable information to guide the athletic development process. As part of the partnership, we have also shared data that will assist in improving health services for the general public.”
Canon Medical develops and manufactures diagnostic imaging systems including CT, MRI, Ultrasound, X-ray systems and clinical laboratory systems and provides them to about 140 countries around the world, offering technology that provides faster diagnosis and early treatment.
Mark Holmshaw, President and CEO at Canon Medical Systems Europe, said: “As part of the Canon Group, we are seeing direct results of our collaboration, taking imaging technologies to the next level. Besides this, we can draw on the 100-year medical system pedigree and presence in over 140 countries to ensure access to the latest product and solutions from our research and development teams. Medical technology powers confident diagnoses, speeds up treatment planning and ensures a faster return to the field of play. It is at the heart of modern healthcare, improving outcomes for everyone, whether that is in sports performance, or wider clinical practice.”
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