CRHC’s Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DXA) scanner from Hologic uses low dosage x-rays to measure how many grams of calcium and other bone materials are packed into a segment of bone. If you have some of the following risk factors, we encourage you to discuss the need for a bone density screening with your provider.
Risk Factors Include:
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Post Menopausal
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History of fractures
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Parathyroid disease
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Smoking
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Low body weight
We can use the same Horizon DXA system from Hologic to scan the body to get a precise assessment, including body fat, lean mass, bone mass and more. You can use these results if you’re a student-athlete looking to target specific areas or are recovering from an injury/surgery and want to compare how the muscles recover post-surgery or post-injury. You might also be recommended this scan if you’re on a weight-loss journey so you can compare your transformation from beginning to end.
Body Composition Assessment includes:
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Body Fat
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Lean Mass
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Body Mass
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Visceral Fat
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Fat Mass Index
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And more
Here is an example of the results
you'll receive or download this simple handout to learn more about the DXA scan.