{"product_id":"dexa-scan-in-ponte-vedra-beach-fl","title":"DEXA Scan in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTHE DEXA SCAN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eKey Benefits:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBONE DENSITY (BMD) - Essential to detect Osteoporosis and help prevent Bone Fractures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMUSCLE MASS - Data to show measurements by percentage and weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBODY FAT PERCENTAGE - Body fat distribution by region (arms, legs, waist and hips), plus Visceral Fat (VAT), the leading predictor of heart disease and type 2 diabetes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eYOUR SCAN AT DEXAFIT PONTE VEDRA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13000 Sawgrass Village Circle, Building 5, Suite 27, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 (Sawgrass Village)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat your report includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e body fat percentage, lean muscle, visceral fat, bone density, a regional breakdown (arms, legs and trunk) and biological age, compared against age- and sex-matched reference ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long it takes:\u003c\/strong\u003e the scan itself is about 8 minutes. Plan on 20 to 30 minutes for the full appointment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to prepare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo food for 2 hours before your scan (water is fine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo exercise before your scan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear clothing with no metal (no zippers, snaps or underwire) and remove jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkip calcium supplements for 24 hours before\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo barium, contrast dye or nuclear medicine tests in the 7 days before\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter you buy:\u003c\/strong\u003e you'll get booking instructions by email to schedule your appointment with DexaFit Ponte Vedra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey evidence supporting “gold standard” claims:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e1. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e2. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e3. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e4. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e5. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dexascan.com\"\u003eBOOK TODAY AT DEXASCAN.COM\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3448.0573007026514!2d-81.38786822308911!3d30.206911974841653!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x88e436532026ef71%3A0xb8b647aea9615cce!2s13000%20Sawgrass%20Village%20Cir%20Bldg%205%20suite%2027%2C%20Ponte%20Vedra%20Beach%2C%20FL%2032082!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1794588012617!5m2!1sen!2sus\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e","brand":"DexaFit Ponte Vedra","offers":[{"title":"DEXA","offer_id":52603576844583,"sku":null,"price":179.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/6712\/1703\/files\/DexafitPonteVedra.png?v=1794588132","url":"https:\/\/dexascan.com\/products\/dexa-scan-in-ponte-vedra-beach-fl","provider":"DEXA SCAN NEAR ME","version":"1.0","type":"link"}