Our bones weaken with age – especially for those at risk of osteoporosis, in which bones become more porous and fragile, increasing the likelihood of fracture. A bone density scan can assess the strength your bones and the likelihood of stress fractures due to osteoporosis. A simple, ... [Read More]
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The Different Kinds of Bone Exams
If your doctor recommends a bone scan, what does it mean? A bone scan is a detailed, noninvasive imaging test that allows doctors to observe the inside of your bones in order to diagnose illnesses and track their progression. There are two main types of bone exams. A three-phase bone scan is a ... [Read More]
Why You Might Need a DEXA Bone Density Scan
A DEXA (dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry) bone density scan is used to determine how strong your bones are. DEXA bone scan results can indicate whether you have osteoporosis. DEXA is a type of X-ray that shows your doctor the strength of your bones as compared to that of an average young adult. ... [Read More]
Why Your Doctor or Physician May Send You for Imaging
Ever since German physicist Wilhelm Röntgen accidentally discovered X-rays in the late 19th century, imaging has revolutionized the medical field – offering a window into the mysterious and sometimes perplexing human body. Within a year of his stroke of accidental genius, radiology departments were ... [Read More]
Who Should Get a Bone Density Test?
A bone density test is the only test that can diagnose osteoporosis prior to a bone breaking. The test checks the consistency and solidity of the bones to determine how vulnerable they are to breakage. What Is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a bone disease that develops when bones become less and ... [Read More]
The Complete Guide to DEXA Bone Scans
So you’ve been told by your doctor you need a DEXA bone scan. What is it? Is it uncomfortable? How should you prepare? Read on for the answers to these and more questions on DEXA bone scans. Independent Imaging offers complete imaging services in four convenient locations in Palm Beach County, ... [Read More]
The Importance of Routine Osteoporosis Screening in Men
Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to become more porous and sponge-like. Known as a “silent” disorder, it does not usually show symptoms until a fracture occurs. When there is a break, the fractures are more likely to occur in the spine, wrist and hips and can be debilitating. Many ... [Read More]
DEXA Bone Scanning – Preserving Bone Density. Importance of regular testing
Healthy bones are literally the foundation for a healthier life. Your bones provide the scaffolding and structure for your muscles. Bones also protect your organs and allow you to move, bend and walk. Bones are not static though, they are constantly changing as old bone is broken down and new ... [Read More]
Should I Get a DEXA Scan to Prevent or Reverse Osteoporosis?
Got milk? Chances are because of this campaign by the dairy industry, you’ve heard of osteoporosis and the importance of caring for your bones. Or perhaps your aging parents or grandparents have been diagnosed with the disease. Osteoporosis is a condition that affects the bones, particularly the ... [Read More]