Bone Density Scan
Check your bone density with Australia’s highest resolution scanner
What is it?
The PROCEDURE:
DEXA (or DXA) is a medical scanning technology originally developed to measure bone density. It passes a very low dose of dual-energy X-rays through the body to provide a high resolution image and precise measurement of bone density. It is the gold standard for body mineral densitometry for diagnosis osteoporosis and osteopenia.
For Monitoring Bone Health
DEXA scans can also be used to diagnose osteoporosis, a condition that often affects women after menopause but may also be found in men. Osteoporosis involves a gradual loss of calcium, as well as structural changes, causing the bones to become thinner, more fragile and more likely to break.
The procedure is also effective in tracking the effects of treatment for osteoporosis and other conditions that cause bone loss.
What’s Involved?
A DEXA scan is quick, painless and non-invasive. You will be instructed to lie flat on a padded table, staying very still, while the scanning arm passes above you. You remain fully clothed, preferably underwear, shorts and t-shirt or similar though you may be asked to remove heavy clothing, shoes, jewellery and metal objects. The scan only takes a few minutes but the whole process may take up to 15 minutes.
What is it?
The PROCEDURE:
DEXA (or DXA) is a medical scanning technology originally developed to measure bone density. It passes a very low dose of dual-energy X-rays through the body to provide a high resolution image and precise measurement of bone density. It is the gold standard for body mineral densitometry for diagnosis osteoporosis and osteopenia.
For Monitoring Bone Health
DEXA scans can also be used to diagnose osteoporosis, a condition that often affects women after menopause but may also be found in men. Osteoporosis involves a gradual loss of calcium, as well as structural changes, causing the bones to become thinner, more fragile and more likely to break.
The procedure is also effective in tracking the effects of treatment for osteoporosis and other conditions that cause bone loss.
What’s Involved?
A DEXA scan is quick, painless and non-invasive. You will be instructed to lie flat on a padded table, staying very still, while the scanning arm passes above you. You remain fully clothed, preferably underwear, shorts and t-shirt or similar though you may be asked to remove heavy clothing, shoes, jewellery and metal objects. The scan only takes a few minutes but the whole process may take up to 15 minutes.
THE Process
Scan
We will show you how your body composition, cardio fitness, and metabolic health compares to your ideal physical snapshot.
Report
We’ll make sure you’re making progress and recommend the best diet and fitness plan for your body.
Implement a Plan
Eliminate the guesswork and possess an unprecedented understanding of your body!
All the scan appointments run for 15 minutes and include the following:
- An x-ray of both your femoral neck and your lumbar spine.
- Your results are then reported on by our Specialist Nuclear Physician and sent off to your Doctor for discussion.
- If you do not have a referral from your doctor you are still eligible to have a scan done. We can directly provide you with your results however it is recommended that you discuss your results with your doctor.
Knowing your Bone Health is only one click away?
Book today with one of our highly trained professionals to scan you. Bone Density Scans are quick and painless and could mean the difference between preventing Osteoporosis and Osteopenia.