Providers use dxa scans to screen you for osteoporosis, osteopenia and other conditions that can silently weaken your bones. A bone density test determines if you have osteoporosis — a disorder characterized by bones that are more fragile and more likely to break The bones that are most commonly tested are in the spine, hip and sometimes the forearm. The test is quick and painless, and it gives you a snapshot of how strong they are. Learn when bone density tests are truly needed and when they’re not Learn why they matter and what they involve.
Bone density tests help doctors see how strong a person's bones are Learn more here, including what happens during a bone density test. What is a dexa scan It is a safe, painless imaging test that assesses bone strength — most commonly in the hip, spine, and sometimes the forearm, where fractures are most likely to occur.
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