DEXA Scan in New York, NY (Midtown Manhattan)
THE DEXA SCAN
A DEXA SCAN (DXA or Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) is the GOLD STANDARD for body composition analysis. This non-invasive, clinically trusted technology measures lean muscle, fat distribution, and bone health, helping you track progress, prevent osteoporosis, and optimize your fitness and wellness plans. Ideal for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone focused on health, DEXA provides accurate, actionable insights to make informed decisions about diet, exercise, and overall health.
Key Benefits:
BONE DENSITY (BMD) - Essential to detect Osteoporosis and help prevent Bone Fractures.
MUSCLE MASS - Data to show measurements by percentage and weight.
BODY FAT PERCENTAGE - Body fat distribution by region (arms, legs, waist and hips) Most providers also include Visceral Fat (VAT) the leading predictor of heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
Key evidence supporting “gold standard” claims:
1. Bone density (BMD) — strongest evidence: DEXA is accepted worldwide as the standard method for measuring BMD and diagnosing osteoporosis; its outputs (T-scores) directly inform clinical decisions about fracture risk and treatment.
2. Precision and reproducibility: Multiple methodological papers and reviews document low measurement error and good inter/intra-scanner precision for BMD; these properties make DEXA ideal for longitudinal monitoring.
3. Body composition reference: In body composition research, DXA is widely used as the reference comparator against which Inbody, BIA, skinfolds, BodPod, and consumer devices are validated; many validation studies show BIA and other methods have wider limits of agreement vs DXA.
4. Comparisons to CT/MRI for fat distribution: CT/MRI remain true anatomic reference standards for visceral adipose quantification. DXA provides good whole-body FM and regional measures but systematic reviews highlight limitations when quantifying intra-abdominal adipose tissue (IAAT) vs CT/MRI. Use DXA as a validated, lower-dose, more accessible reference for most clinical/research needs, but acknowledge when CT/MRI are required.
5. Population and athletic uses: For athlete monitoring and clinical populations, DXA’s segmental lean mass and regional fat measures are frequently recommended over simple field tests because they better capture body composition changes.
NYC's Most Comprehensive Body Composition Analysis
At NYC Performance Lab we offer the country's most advanced body composition assessment, uniquely combining the latest DEXA technology with an advanced 3D body scan. Together, these tools go beyond your typical DEXA scan to provide a complete picture of your body's fat mass, lean mass, bone density, visceral fat, postural alignment, appendicular imbalances, and other vital metrics.
Here's what to expect:
- Come in, meet the team, and get ready for your personalized assessment (we won't keep you waiting)
- Get your exact height measured with our ultrasonic stadiometer. (~ 1 minute)
- Complete your DEXA on our brand new latest-model Hologic Scanner. ( ~10 minutes)
- Complete your 3D Body Scan. (~3 minutes)
- Meet with our expert team to review your results. In addition to the detailed DEXA report, you'll also walk through an interactive 3D model of your body along with specialized reporting designed to help you achieve your health, fitness, and aesthetic goals. You will never be rushed or left wondering what to do with your data! (Typically, 10-15 minutes)
- On your way out, help yourself to a free healthy snack or protein shake, on us.
- In under 30 minutes, you'll have gained a profound understanding of one of the most impactful metrics of health and longevity. Plus, we'll make sure you walk out the door armed with actionable next steps as you contemplate your diet, training, and lifestyle.
There's a reason NYC Performance Lab is trusted by professional athletes, billionaires, and the city's top doctors. The people who can go anywhere come here, but so do thousands of everyday New Yorkers who want to take charge of their health and performance without any compromises.
M-F 7am - 8pm and Sat/Sun 8am - 4pm
BOOK TODAY AT DEXASCAN.COM
THE DEXA SCAN
A DEXA SCAN (DXA or Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) is the GOLD STANDARD for body composition analysis. This non-invasive, clinically trusted technology measures lean muscle, fat distribution, and bone health, helping you track progress, prevent osteoporosis, and optimize your fitness and wellness plans. Ideal for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone focused on health, DEXA provides accurate, actionable insights to make informed decisions about diet, exercise, and overall health.
Key Benefits:
BONE DENSITY (BMD) - Essential to detect Osteoporosis and help prevent Bone Fractures.
MUSCLE MASS - Data to show measurements by percentage and weight.
BODY FAT PERCENTAGE - Body fat distribution by region (arms, legs, waist and hips) Most providers also include Visceral Fat (VAT) the leading predictor of heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
Key evidence supporting “gold standard” claims:
1. Bone density (BMD) — strongest evidence: DEXA is accepted worldwide as the standard method for measuring BMD and diagnosing osteoporosis; its outputs (T-scores) directly inform clinical decisions about fracture risk and treatment.
2. Precision and reproducibility: Multiple methodological papers and reviews document low measurement error and good inter/intra-scanner precision for BMD; these properties make DEXA ideal for longitudinal monitoring.
3. Body composition reference: In body composition research, DXA is widely used as the reference comparator against which Inbody, BIA, skinfolds, BodPod, and consumer devices are validated; many validation studies show BIA and other methods have wider limits of agreement vs DXA.
4. Comparisons to CT/MRI for fat distribution: CT/MRI remain true anatomic reference standards for visceral adipose quantification. DXA provides good whole-body FM and regional measures but systematic reviews highlight limitations when quantifying intra-abdominal adipose tissue (IAAT) vs CT/MRI. Use DXA as a validated, lower-dose, more accessible reference for most clinical/research needs, but acknowledge when CT/MRI are required.
5. Population and athletic uses: For athlete monitoring and clinical populations, DXA’s segmental lean mass and regional fat measures are frequently recommended over simple field tests because they better capture body composition changes.
NYC's Most Comprehensive Body Composition Analysis
At NYC Performance Lab we offer the country's most advanced body composition assessment, uniquely combining the latest DEXA technology with an advanced 3D body scan. Together, these tools go beyond your typical DEXA scan to provide a complete picture of your body's fat mass, lean mass, bone density, visceral fat, postural alignment, appendicular imbalances, and other vital metrics.
Here's what to expect:
- Come in, meet the team, and get ready for your personalized assessment (we won't keep you waiting)
- Get your exact height measured with our ultrasonic stadiometer. (~ 1 minute)
- Complete your DEXA on our brand new latest-model Hologic Scanner. ( ~10 minutes)
- Complete your 3D Body Scan. (~3 minutes)
- Meet with our expert team to review your results. In addition to the detailed DEXA report, you'll also walk through an interactive 3D model of your body along with specialized reporting designed to help you achieve your health, fitness, and aesthetic goals. You will never be rushed or left wondering what to do with your data! (Typically, 10-15 minutes)
- On your way out, help yourself to a free healthy snack or protein shake, on us.
- In under 30 minutes, you'll have gained a profound understanding of one of the most impactful metrics of health and longevity. Plus, we'll make sure you walk out the door armed with actionable next steps as you contemplate your diet, training, and lifestyle.
There's a reason NYC Performance Lab is trusted by professional athletes, billionaires, and the city's top doctors. The people who can go anywhere come here, but so do thousands of everyday New Yorkers who want to take charge of their health and performance without any compromises.
M-F 7am - 8pm and Sat/Sun 8am - 4pm
BOOK TODAY AT DEXASCAN.COM
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THE DEXA SCAN
A DEXA SCAN (DXA or Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) is the GOLD STANDARD for body composition analysis. This non-invasive, clinically trusted technology measures lean muscle, fat distribution, and bone health, helping you track progress, prevent osteoporosis, and optimize your fitness and wellness plans. Ideal for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone focused on health, DEXA provides accurate, actionable insights to make informed decisions about diet, exercise, and overall health.
Key Benefits:
BONE DENSITY (BMD) - Essential to detect Osteoporosis and help prevent Bone Fractures.
MUSCLE MASS - Data to show measurements by percentage and weight.
BODY FAT PERCENTAGE - Body fat distribution by region (arms, legs, waist and hips) Most providers also include Visceral Fat (VAT) the leading predictor of heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
Key evidence supporting “gold standard” claims:
1. Bone density (BMD) — strongest evidence: DEXA is accepted worldwide as the standard method for measuring BMD and diagnosing osteoporosis; its outputs (T-scores) directly inform clinical decisions about fracture risk and treatment.
2. Precision and reproducibility: Multiple methodological papers and reviews document low measurement error and good inter/intra-scanner precision for BMD; these properties make DEXA ideal for longitudinal monitoring.
3. Body composition reference: In body composition research, DXA is widely used as the reference comparator against which Inbody, BIA, skinfolds, BodPod, and consumer devices are validated; many validation studies show BIA and other methods have wider limits of agreement vs DXA.
4. Comparisons to CT/MRI for fat distribution: CT/MRI remain true anatomic reference standards for visceral adipose quantification. DXA provides good whole-body FM and regional measures but systematic reviews highlight limitations when quantifying intra-abdominal adipose tissue (IAAT) vs CT/MRI. Use DXA as a validated, lower-dose, more accessible reference for most clinical/research needs, but acknowledge when CT/MRI are required.
5. Population and athletic uses: For athlete monitoring and clinical populations, DXA’s segmental lean mass and regional fat measures are frequently recommended over simple field tests because they better capture body composition changes.
NYC's Most Comprehensive Body Composition Analysis
At NYC Performance Lab we offer the country's most advanced body composition assessment, uniquely combining the latest DEXA technology with an advanced 3D body scan. Together, these tools go beyond your typical DEXA scan to provide a complete picture of your body's fat mass, lean mass, bone density, visceral fat, postural alignment, appendicular imbalances, and other vital metrics.
Here's what to expect:
- Come in, meet the team, and get ready for your personalized assessment (we won't keep you waiting)
- Get your exact height measured with our ultrasonic stadiometer. (~ 1 minute)
- Complete your DEXA on our brand new latest-model Hologic Scanner. ( ~10 minutes)
- Complete your 3D Body Scan. (~3 minutes)
- Meet with our expert team to review your results. In addition to the detailed DEXA report, you'll also walk through an interactive 3D model of your body along with specialized reporting designed to help you achieve your health, fitness, and aesthetic goals. You will never be rushed or left wondering what to do with your data! (Typically, 10-15 minutes)
- On your way out, help yourself to a free healthy snack or protein shake, on us.
- In under 30 minutes, you'll have gained a profound understanding of one of the most impactful metrics of health and longevity. Plus, we'll make sure you walk out the door armed with actionable next steps as you contemplate your diet, training, and lifestyle.
There's a reason NYC Performance Lab is trusted by professional athletes, billionaires, and the city's top doctors. The people who can go anywhere come here, but so do thousands of everyday New Yorkers who want to take charge of their health and performance without any compromises.
M-F 7am - 8pm and Sat/Sun 8am - 4pm
BOOK TODAY AT DEXASCAN.COM
