Bone Health

Bones are living, dynamic tissues that constantly rebuild themselves. As we age, however, the natural breakdown of old bone can begin to outpace the rebuilding of new bone. Over time, this gradual shift can lead to osteoporosis—a condition where bones become thinner and more prone to unexpected fractures from minor trips or bumps. Because this process happens gradually and without any physical symptoms, many people don't realize their skeleton needs extra support until a break occurs.

We want to help you get ahead of that.

Getting Your Baseline: Clinical Bone Densitometry (DXA)

A DXA scan (dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry) is a quick, low-radiation imaging test that accurately measures bone strength at key structural sites like the hip and spine. It is the gold standard for checking your skeletal health—removing the guesswork so you can put a clear, proactive plan in place while lifestyle changes and treatments can be most effective.

Who should consider a scan? We recommend checking your baseline if you fall into any of the following categories:

• All women age 65 and older

• All men age 70 and older

• Younger postmenopausal women with risk factors (such as a parent who broke a hip, low body weight, smoking, or heavy alcohol use)

• Anyone who has broken a bone from a minor fall or bump

• People taking steroid medications for 3 months or longer

• People managing conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, celiac disease, kidney disease, early menopause, or hormone-related disorders