DEXA
DEXA stands for “Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry” which is used to assess your bone density and well as your body composition. DEXA uses an x-ray technique to look at the density of the body and can then estimate the amount of lean muscle mass and fat tissue.
WHY CONSIDER A DEXA?
DEXA scan is the Gold Standard Test to analyze body composition and can be an amazing tool. Weight is a very rudimentary number. Your body weight is simply your body's total mass. “Body composition” is what your weight is made of — muscle, bone, water, and fat. A DEXA scan will give you much more valuable information when it comes to body composition, and can help you guide your goals in a certain direction to get to where you want to be! These scans are great for providing a general health assessment as well. They are also helpful for anyone looking to optimize their workout and nutrition plan with precise measurement and tracking, such as dieters, athletes and fitness enthusiasts, or bodybuilders.
Total Body Bone Mineral Density
Total Mass
Body Fat Percentage and Total Mass
Lean Tissue Mass (muscle, bone, ligaments, etc.)
Abdominal Composition - This is a breakdown of subcutaneous fat (what is stored under the skin) vs visceral fat (what is stored around the vital organs)
Extremity Composition - Right vs Left
DEXA WILL MEASURE:
There is an inevitable age-related decline in things like muscle mass and bone density, however, if we are putting in the effort, we should be able to see improvements or at least maintenance of these important markers, even as we age.
HOW TO GET A DEXA SCAN
You can do a simple search online to find a facility near you. A doctor’s order is not required.
Utah residents : Schedule with DexaBody in Salt Lake City. They charge $75 / scan.
Washington residents : Schedule with Fitnescity in Spokane. They charge $175 / scan.
Use code “MTNHLTH25” to receive $25 off any single test purchase.
Use code “MTNHLTH40” to get $40 off any package purchase (two or more tests).