DEXA or DXA stands for “Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry,” which is a type of bone density technology. The DEXA machine takes a picture of your bones and calculates their density. Physicians commonly ...

Would you agree that peripheral techniques, such as dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) at peripheral sites or ultrasound, are inadequate in screening for osteoporosis because if they indicate ...

A bone density scan is a painless imaging test that measures the density and, sometimes, quality of your bones. Bone density and quality affect how strong or thick your bones are. Bone density scans ...