Bone Densitometry
Chatswood Densitometry is a centre of excellence for DXA scanning.
Chatswood Densitometry is a centre of excellence for DXA scanning.
Osteoporosis (bone thinning) is a common disease in middle and old age, leading to an increased chance of breaking a bone; a fracture. In Australia approximately 60% of women and 30% of men over 60 years of age will suffer an osteoporotic fracture in their remaining lifetime. Osteoporosis is often called a silent disease because it doesn't cause any symptoms until a bone is broken.
Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DXA) is the gold standard for the diagnosis of osteoporosis. This safe and painless technique is often referred to as bone densitometry and allows the early diagnosis of osteoporosis before a fracture has occurred. Effective therapies are now available to treat osteoporosis at an early stage.
Osteoporosis also known as bone thinning can now be effectively treated. Early diagnosis is essential to minimise the risk of fracture.
Body Composition measurements allow us to determine the different tissue proportions of our body: Fat, lean tissue (muscle) and bone.
We bulk bill all patients over 70, as well as patients under 70 with a Medicare item number and Pension concession card.
Suite 7-8, 16-18 Malvern Ave Chatswood 2067
P: (02) 9411 1837
F: (02) 9411 2015