This scan measures bones on the body’s periphery—meaning areas away from the center of the body—such as the heel, wrist, or finger. This type of bone density test is often offered at malls and health ...

Quantitative ultrasound measurement of the calcaneus (heel) is an alternative to dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) for diagnosing osteoporosis. Compared with DEXA, ultrasound has the ...

A correctly positioned and analyzed scan is crucial, because it provides the most accurate, most reliable results—results that can greatly impact your care and treatment for osteoporosis. You can make ...