Fracture risk assessments calculate your risk of breaking a bone in the next five to ten years...
How is Osteoporosis Diagnosed?
Learn about the various methods for diagnosing osteoporosis, including fracture risk assessments and bone density scans. Understand your scan results and discuss them with your healthcare provider.
Bone Density Scan
A bone density scan, also known as a Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA) scan, is a quick and painless test that measures bone mineral density (BMD)…..
Understanding Scan Results
A bone density scan helps determine whether any actions are needed to protect your bone health by providing two key scores: the T-score and the Z-score...
Additional Diagnostic Tools
In addition to bone density scans, several other diagnostic tools can provide valuable information about your bone health...