Bone loss can develop without obvious symptoms until a fracture occurs. A DEXA scan helps measure bone mineral density and can support evaluation of osteopenia, osteoporosis, and fracture risk. Choose a Passion Health Advanced Primary Care location, select a preferred provider, and request a bone health appointment on this page.
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A DEXA scan is a low-dose X-ray test used to measure bone density, commonly at the hip and spine.
A DEXA scan, also called a DXA scan or bone density test, helps measure bone strength and bone mineral density. The results can help your provider assess bone thinning, osteoporosis risk, and fracture risk.
Because bone loss may not cause symptoms early, testing can help identify changes before a serious fracture occurs. Your provider can connect the result with your age, medical history, medications, menopause status, fracture history, and other risk factors.
After testing, the care plan may include lifestyle guidance, fall-prevention strategies, nutrition review, vitamin D or other lab evaluation, medication review, repeat testing when appropriate, or specialist referral.
Your provider may recommend bone density testing based on age, medical history, medication use, fracture history, or other bone-health risks.
Bone density can decline with age, increasing the risk of falls and fractures.
Testing can help evaluate possible low bone density and support ongoing monitoring.
A previous fracture or increased fracture risk may be a reason to review bone strength.
Hormonal changes after menopause can contribute to bone loss in some patients.
Some medicines may affect bone health and may prompt a provider-guided risk review.
Bone-density screening may be included in preventive planning when risk factors are present.
Repeat testing may be used when appropriate to monitor changes in bone density over time.
Your provider can review personal risk factors and decide whether testing fits your care plan.
Request a bone-health visit to discuss whether a DEXA scan is appropriate for you.
Your result can help your provider understand bone strength and develop a personalized prevention or treatment plan.
The scan measures bone density, commonly at the hip and spine, using low-dose X-ray technology.
Results can help identify low bone density and support evaluation of osteoporosis risk.
Your provider can consider scan results alongside age, fall risk, fracture history, and other clinical factors.
The care team can discuss prevention, lifestyle changes, medication review, monitoring, or referral when needed.
The test is generally quick, noninvasive, and simple. Your care team will explain preparation and positioning.
The team reviews the scan order, health history, recent imaging, and any preparation instructions.
You lie on a padded table while the technologist positions you for the areas being measured.
The scanner uses low-dose X-ray technology to measure bone density in the selected areas.
Your provider reviews the results and discusses what they may mean for your long-term bone health.
Follow the instructions from your care team so your scan can be completed as smoothly as possible.
Wear comfortable clothing when possible and avoid metal buttons, zippers, or belts near the scan area. Tell your provider if you are pregnant or may be pregnant.
Also tell your care team if you recently had a contrast imaging study. Follow any instructions you receive about calcium supplements before the appointment.
After the scan, your provider may review the bone-density score along with nutrition, vitamin D status, fall risk, exercise habits, medications, age-related factors, and fracture history.
Tell the clinic if you are pregnant or may be pregnant, or if you recently had imaging that used contrast material. Preparation instructions can vary, so follow the specific guidance provided by your care team.
The scan is one part of bone-health care. Your provider can connect the result with your overall health and prevention plan.
Passion Health Advanced Primary Care can help patients understand bone density results, osteoporosis risk, fracture risk, medication factors, and preventive care needs.
Depending on your results and health history, your provider may discuss exercise, nutrition, fall prevention, lab work, supplements, medication review, repeat testing, or specialist referral when appropriate.
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A DEXA scan measures bone density and can help assess low bone density, osteopenia, osteoporosis risk, and fracture risk.
No. A DEXA scan is noninvasive and generally does not cause pain. You lie on a table while the scanner measures bone density.
The scan itself is usually quick. Total visit time can vary based on check-in, preparation, and clinic workflow.
Adults with osteoporosis risk, fracture history, medication-related bone concerns, older-adult health needs, or other bone-health risk factors can discuss testing with a provider.
Your provider can review your results and discuss prevention, lifestyle changes, monitoring, medication considerations, or referral when appropriate.
No. This page lets you request a preferred date and time. The clinic team confirms final appointment availability and scan details.
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