Bone loss is silent. Measure it early.
A site-specific DEXA of your hip, spine, or forearm, reviewed by a radiologist, with a consultation.
Get DexaFit BurlingtonAbout 30 minutes, just off I-89
Your skeleton over the decades
For postmenopausal women, adults 50 and over, anyone with a family history of bone issues, and men on testosterone replacement therapy.
Record your starting point
- A reference reading near your peak bone mass
- Spot small drops years ahead
- See how training shows up in bone
Follow the midlife shift
- Track bone through menopause or testosterone therapy
- Catch thinning early, then plan with your physician
- Compare scans over time to see what is changing
Guard your independence
- Know where your bones stand
- Give your physician numbers to plan with
- Re-scan to see if your plan holds
Strong bones don't show in the mirror
Bone is living tissue, and it thins quietly. Menopause, age, and family history all shape how fast it changes, usually with no warning sign.
Measuring now gives you a baseline. You and your physician can see change early, before a fracture tells you.
A site-specific DEXA reads the hip, spine, or forearm, where fractures most often occur. It is the clinical standard for bone density measurement, with DEXA accuracy of ±2%.
A body-composition scan is not a bone density scan
Our DEXA body composition scan maps fat, lean mass, and visceral fat across your whole body. DexaStrong zooms in on bone at the sites tied to fracture risk.
women over 50 will break a bone because of osteoporosis.
International Osteoporosis Foundation
Bone loss rarely shows itself before a fracture. A DEXA scan measures it early.
What Leading Voices Say About Bone Health
"Low muscle mass is the first sign of low bone density. It's not just about the fall; it's about the skeletal armor you build to survive it. The best way to safeguard your independence is to protect your muscle and bone health as early as possible."
Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, DOFounder of Muscle-Centric Medicine® & Author of Forever Strong
"During menopause, women can lose up to 20% of their bone density, and most don't even know it's happening. Osteoporosis doesn't start with a fracture; it starts with prevention that too often gets missed."
Dr. Mary Claire Haver, OB/GYNFounder of The Galveston Diet
The full bone picture, read by experts
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Site-specific DEXA scan
Your hip, spine, or forearm, measured directly. DEXA accuracy: ±2%.
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Radiologist review + consultation
A radiologist reviews your scan, and a consultation walks you through it.
Yours to share
Leave with T-score and Z-score numbers to share with your physician.
See exactly where you stand
Your DexaStrong report lays out bone density with your T-score and Z-score, reviewed by a radiologist and talked through in your consultation.
- Bone mineral densityDensity at each site scanned, such as the spine and hip.
- T-scoreHow your density compares with a healthy young adult.
- Z-scoreHow your density compares with people your own age.
A site-specific DEXA in about 8 minutes
You rest on an open table while the scan measures the site being read. Quick and non-invasive, about 30 minutes start to finish.
Book a time
Pick a slot that suits you, online.
Quick site-specific scan
About 8 minutes on an open table.
Review + consultation
Radiologist reviewed, explained to you.
Book your DexaStrong scan
Pick a time for your bone density scan, radiologist review, and consultation at DexaFit Burlington.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (802) 214-4100 or see all appointments.
Bone density questions
What is a DexaStrong bone density scan?
A DexaStrong bone density scan is a site-specific DEXA scan that measures bone mineral density at your hip, spine, or forearm. At DexaFit Burlington in South Burlington, Vermont, a radiologist reviews the scan and a consultation walks you through your numbers.
How is it different from a DEXA body composition scan?
A body composition DEXA scan looks at your whole body: fat, lean mass, and visceral fat. The DexaStrong scan zooms in on specific bone sites and reports bone mineral density with T-scores and Z-scores. DexaFit Burlington offers both, and the body composition scan has its own page at /dexa-scan.
Who should think about booking a bone density scan?
It is a strong fit for postmenopausal women, adults 50 and over, anyone with a family history of bone issues, and men on testosterone replacement therapy. One in two women over 50 will break a bone because of osteoporosis, according to the International Osteoporosis Foundation.
How long does the appointment take?
Plan on about 30 minutes in total. The scan itself takes about 8 minutes on an open table, and the rest of the visit is your consultation.
Is a DEXA bone density scan safe?
A DEXA scan is quick and non-invasive. You lie still on an open table, and the scan uses a very low dose of radiation.
Do I need a referral from my doctor?
No referral is needed to book. You leave with clear numbers to share with your physician so you can decide on next steps together.
What should I do with my results?
Bring them to your physician. The scan is a measurement and screening tool, and you leave with clear bone density numbers your physician can use to decide on next steps with you.
Where is DexaFit Burlington located?
DexaFit Burlington is at 30 Kimball Ave, Suite 102, South Burlington, VT 05403, just off I-89. It serves Burlington, South Burlington, Williston, Shelburne, Essex Junction, and Colchester. Call (802) 214-4100 or email burlington@dexafit.com.
Find DexaFit Burlington
DexaFit Burlington
Address30 Kimball Ave, Suite 102
South Burlington, VT 05403
Phone(802) 214-4100
ServingBurlington, South Burlington, Williston, Shelburne, Essex Junction, and Colchester, just off I-89 in Chittenden County
Get DexaFit BurlingtonKnow your bones. Plan from there.
One short scan turns a question mark into a measurement worth sharing with your physician.
Get DexaFit BurlingtonDexaStrong is a bone density measurement and screening service. Share your results with your physician to decide on next steps.