DEXA Scan

DEXA Scans are effective at diagnosing and assessing the risk of osteoporosis, a condition which means bones aren’t very dense or strong. This means that they are much more likely to break and can be damaged with minimal impact.

Rheumatoid arthritis is a condition that causes swelling, pain and stiffness within  joints, usually within hands, feet and wrists. This can lead to low bone density, leaving you more vulnerable to breaking bone. A DEXA scan can help diagnose the condition earlier, ensuring effective early treatment.

DEXA scans can help with issues regarding bones that may have previously been damaged due to an injury. A scan is able to assess the strength of the bone after a break and ensure that damaged bones have healed correctly. They can also detect bone fractures.

A DEXA scan can be useful when screening for vertebral fractures on the spine. It’s used when someone may have unexplained back pain, vertebral deformity, fractures or may have lost more than an inch of height.

A Body Composition DEXA Scan provides a detailed analysis of your body’s makeup, including fat, muscle, and bone mass. It’s the most accurate way to measure body fat percentage and distribution — showing where fat and muscle are located in your body.

This quick, safe, and non-invasive scan uses very low levels of X-ray radiation to deliver precise results, helping you track changes over time and monitor the effectiveness of your fitness, diet, or health programmes.