To ensure we provide the safest and most effective care, please keep the following in mind before reserving your slot:
Pregnancy & Scans: DXA scans use low-dose X-rays. If you are or think you might be pregnant, we cannot proceed with a DXA scan.
Recent Barium or Contrast Exams: If you've had a recent medical scan involving contrast dye or barium, please wait 7–10 days before booking your DXA.
Weight Capacity: Our clinical DXA table has a weight limit of 227kgs
Is a Body Composition Scan right for you?
Research shows that 1 in 5 people seeking body composition services experience disordered eating patterns. Tracking can be helpful for some—and harmful for others.
Consider booking Mind Integration with Jenna first if you:
Worry you've lost control over eating
Make yourself sick or use laxatives after eating
Find that food or body thoughts dominate your life
Have rapidly lost significant weight
Why? A brief session helps determine whether tracking serves your values and wellbeing—or hooks you away from the life you want. You're welcome to proceed with just the scan, but outcomes are better when we integrate results with your goals.
Which DXA scan should I choose?
Choose a Body Composition Scan if you want to track muscle mass, body fat percentage, visceral fat around organs, and symmetry for fitness, longevity, or safe weight loss.
Choose a Bone Densitometry Scan if you need a medical diagnostic evaluation of bone mineral density (at the hip and spine) for conditions like osteoporosis or fracture risk assessment.
What is the "Scan + Mind Integration" session?
It combines a physical Body Composition Scan with an immediate, supportive 1-on-1 strategy session with Jenna (Occupational Therapist). We briefly interpret your data, but the main focus is using behavior-change therapy models to help you rewire daily routines, overcome mental hurdles, and turn the data into practical, lasting habits.
Do I need a GP referral to see Davide or Jenna?
No referral is required for standalone DXA scans or occupational therapy sessions with Jenna. For private specialist endocrinology consultations with Dr. Davide Conti, self-referrals are welcome, though bringing any recent medical notes or blood work from your GP is always helpful.
Because endocrinology needs can vary widely—from specialized medical conditions to complex hormonal pathways—we like to ensure we are the absolute best fit for your health journey before setting an appointment time.
How to book with Davide: To help us guide you to the right service or care package, please send us a quick email at admin@forwardhealthrotorua.com.
In your message, briefly let us know:
Your primary health goals or concerns
The specific service or support you are seeking
Any relevant background or medical history you'd like to share
We’ll review your details and reach out to help you choose the ideal pathway and coordinate a time for your consultation.
How should i prepare for my DXA scan?
Clothing: Please wear comfortable, metal-free clothing (such as gym wear, leggings, or sweatpants without metal zippers, underwires, or metal buttons).
Workouts: Avoid heavy, weight-based workouts for at least 4 hours prior to your scan, as strenuous exercise can temporarily draw fluids into your muscles and alter body composition readings.
Hydration & Food: Eat and drink normally on the day of your test. Arriving normally hydrated helps give the most accurate body composition reading.
Supplements: Please avoid taking calcium supplements or heavy antacids on the morning of your scan.
Note: If you’ve had a recent medical imaging scan using contrast dye or barium, please let us know before booking, as we’ll need to space your DXA scan 7–10 days apart.
How do I prepare for my therapy or Mind Integration session with Jenna?
Absolutely nothing—that’s our job! You don't need to prepare a speech, bring homework, or put on a brave face. Your only job is to turn up as yourself, exactly as you are. It is Jenna’s job as an Occupational Therapist to gently guide the conversation, help you unpack what matters, and build a path forward together.