A small study has suggested that ultrasound of the heel bone could be a reasonable alternative to dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) to distinguish individuals with low bone mineral density (BMD) ...

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A DEXA scan usually helps a doctor assess bone density. It may also have uses in determining body composition, such as the percentage of lean muscle and fat. The dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA ...

If you’re someone who’s at risk for developing osteoporosis, you’re probably well-accustomed to receiving regular bone density tests. Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA) is a radiologic ...

If you’ve ever suffered a bone-related injury like a stress fracture, you know how hard it can be to be sidelined and focused on rehab. And you’re not alone: Research suggests runners have up to a ...

Calcaneal quantitative ultrasound (QUS) has comparable diagnostic accuracy as dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA), the gold standard for diagnosing osteoporosis. Although it cannot replace DXA for ...

DexaFit Scottsdale has announced the availability of its DEXA scan service, a recognized method for measuring body composition and bone health, to clients in Scottsdale and nearby communities. The ...

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