This test, commonly known as a BMD, is an X-ray-like screening of your bone to find out whether or not you have osteoporosis, a bone-weakening disease that affects primarily postmenopausal women and also strikes some elderly men.

The test can also indicate whether you're at risk for developing osteoporosis, and can be used to track bone density changes over time.

While traditional X-rays can show visible bone thinning, the newer BMD tests are much more accurate and can measure small percentages of lost bone density. About 20 years ago doctors used regular X-rays to look for osteoporosis, but they could pick up changes only after a 25 to 40 percent drop in bone density -- by which time the disease is already far advanced. But today machines called densitometers, which expose you to only one fiftieth the radiation you'd get in a chest X-ray, can detect as little as a one percent bone loss.

• Both facilities are ACR accredited, FDA approved and IDNS certified
  
  
• Accuracy of readings with next day reporting.
  
  
• Verbal reports available in case of emergencies.
  
  
• Centralized tracking of all additional procedures, ultrasounds, biopsies, FDA guidelines follow-ups. Convenience, economy and flexibility have long been our hallmarks.

An X-ray examination uses electromagnetic radiation to make images of your bones, teeth and internal organs. Simply put, an X-ray allows your doctor to take pictures of the inside of your body.

One of the oldest forms of medical imaging, an X-ray is a painless medical test that can help your doctor in diagnosis and treatment — even in emergency situations. It's a fast, easy and safe way for your doctor to view and assess conditions ranging from broken bones to pneumonia to cancer. Many different types of X-rays, such as bone or chest X-rays, exist. The type your doctor uses depends on what part of your body is being examined and for what purpose.

• User friendly radiographic equipment, which is beneficial to the patient.
  
  
• Both facilities are IDNS certified.
  
  
• SPecial angulations and different techniques settings, as requested by the referring physician.
  
  
• Load bearing or spine views for chiropractic patients.
  
  
• Routine next day reporting or in emergency situations verbal reports are available. Whether we are doing studies for routine pre-employment or complex specialty views, our goal is to conveniently and economically provide the highest quality service.