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Osteoporosis affects an estimated 10 million Americans, with 34 million more at increased risk based on low bone mass. DEXA Bone Density is a non-invasive and painless test which detects your current and future risk of bone loss and osteoporosis-related fractures. DEXA Bone Density can also monitor your body's response to osteoporosis treatment. Midwest Open Imaging's GE Lunar Prodigy DEXA Bone Density scanner measures the density of your hips and spine. Those numbers are then interpreted by a board-certified radiologist, and reported to your physician.
MWOI offers DEXA Bone Density appointments Monday-Friday from 8:30am-5:00pm.
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Osteoporosis Risk Factors |
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-Women 50 and older
-Family history of osteoporosis or broken bones
-Early menopause
-Low calcium or vitamin D intake
-Thin and Small-Framed
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Spine DEXA report showing borderline Osteopenia. |
Hip DEXA report showing normal bone mass. |
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Preparing for your DEXA Bone Density To eat or not to eat |
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DEXA Bone Density patients are asked to avoid calcium supplements (including Tums, Maalox, etc.) 24 hours before their appointment.
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What to expect during your DEXA Bone Density |
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Most DEXA Bone Density exams take less than 10 minutes. Once you are resting on the table, make sure you are able to comfortably remain still. Breathe normally, as there is nothing about the procedure that should make you anxious. One of our technologists will be in the scan room with you at all times.
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