Longevity Benefits: How DEXA Scans Increase Lifespan and Healthspan
Living longer and healthier is a goal many of us share. In the quest for longevity, people are turning to advanced health assessments to gain deeper insights into their bodies....
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How GLP-1 Weight Loss Affects the Body and Why DEXA Scans Help
Losing weight isn’t just about watching the scale drop, because what you lose matters. The recent buzz around GLP-1 agonist medications (like semaglutide, known by brand names such as Ozempic®...
Weight Loss Drug Effects on Body Composition, Lean Muscle, and Fat Loss
New weight loss meds like semaglutide (a GLP-1 agonist originally for diabetes) are revolutionizing obesity treatment. These drugs help patients shed significant pounds, but the focus is shifting beyond the...
Tracking Muscle Loss on GLP-1 With DEXA Scans: Why It’s Essential
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) medications have sparked a revolution in weight management. Originally developed for diabetes, GLP-1 agonists like semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy) and liraglutide have become popular GLP-1s for weight management because...
Bone Density Monitoring: Timing, Frequency, and Follow-Up
Bone mineral density naturally declines with age, especially after menopause. Because weaker bones lead to fractures, medical professionals emphasize regular bone health evaluations. Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) is the most...
Why DEXA Remains the Go-To Tool for Muscle Symmetry Analysis
Muscle symmetry is crucial for athletes and fitness enthusiasts because imbalances can affect both performance and injury risk. In competitive sports and bodybuilding, symmetry is even a judged criterion, with...
Bone Health Screening Beyond Age: Who Should Get DEXA
Bone health screening is the process of measuring bone mineral density (BMD) to detect thinning bones before fractures occur. One of the main tools for bone health screening is the...
PHY Scan Technology: What Coaches Need to Know
In recent years, body analysis tech has advanced rapidly, giving coaches powerful new tools for training. Modern scanning systems can create a 3D model of an athlete’s body, highlighting posture...
DEXA Scan vs. Bioimpedance: Accuracy Across Body Types
Measuring what our bodies are made of is crucial for understanding health and fitness progress. When we step on a scale, the number doesn't tell us how much of our...
PHY Scans In Preventive Care: Transforming Early Detection Of Chronic Conditions
Preventive care increasingly relies on advanced imaging to catch health issues early. Techniques like 3D body assessment imaging now allow clinicians to observe posture, alignment, and biomechanics without invasive tests....
Practical Steps to Prepare for a Body Composition Scan
A body composition scan provides a detailed breakdown of your body’s fat, muscle, bone, and water content. Unlike a simple scale or BMI calculation, body composition testing gives precise data...
DEXA For Women After Menopause: Preventing Fractures
Menopause is a natural phase of life that brings many changes, including a significant impact on bone health. As estrogen levels drop, women experience accelerated bone loss, which greatly increases...