MedicalES announces new bone densitometry (DEXA) services available at its Pantelimon location
In 2025, MedicalES is taking another important step to meet the needs of patients with bone conditions. We continue to expand our presence in the market for top-quality medical services by offering new bone density (DEXA) screening services at the MedicalES location in Pantelimon.
Our specialists look forward to welcoming you in a modern facility specifically designed for this medical specialty, equipped with state-of-the-art technology. You can count on the same dedication you’ve come to expect from us when it comes to the needs and comfort of all patients who choose us: we’ll be by your side every step of the way toward better health.
The new medical services available at the MedicalES Pantelimon clinic are designed for patients who need accurate and reliable diagnostic tests. Here’s who they’re recommended for, how you can prepare for your appointment, and what clear results these tests provide.
Bone Densitometry (DEXA), a noninvasive medical imaging test
Bone densitometry is the most innovative noninvasive paraclinical method for measuring bone mineral density—specifically, the calcium and phosphate content of bones. Its primary purpose is to establish an accurate diagnosis of osteoporosis, monitor the condition over time, and develop an effective long-term treatment plan.
Osteoporosis is a medical condition caused by a decrease in bone mineral density. Its main effects consist of a gradual decrease in bone strength, which can lead to an increased risk of fractures. Postmenopausal women are the group most at risk. This is due to the significant decrease in estrogen levels in the body during this stage.
The Role of Bone Densitometry (DEXA), a New Service Now Available at MedicalES Pantelimon
The role of bone densitometry (DEXA)—a new service now available at the MedicalES clinic in Pantelimon—is to ensure the early diagnosis of this medical condition, which many patients in high-risk groups have faced in recent years. By diagnosing the disease at the first signs of symptoms, patients increase their chances of halting bone loss and, thus, of reducing the complications they might face as the disease progresses over time.
In most cases, osteoporosis is preceded by a condition called osteopenia, which indicates low bone mineral density relative to normal values and is usually asymptomatic. For this reason, early diagnosis of osteopenia is recommended and extremely beneficial for establishing an effective treatment plan that can help prevent the undesirable effects of osteoporosis.
Bone densitometry (DEXA) is recommended as a preventive method for measuring bone mineral density, particularly in postmenopausal women and men over the age of 50, who are more prone to this disease.
We recommend that, at the first signs of bone discomfort—or even as a preventive measure—you consult with medical specialists who can provide this noninvasive medical test, which enables early diagnosis and helps prevent long-term complications. You now have the opportunity to do so at the MedicalES location in Pantelimon, where we offer a new bone densitometry (DEXA) service that provides a non-invasive evaluation with accurate results.
How Is Bone Densitometry (DEXA) Performed, and What Benefits Does It Offer Patients?
As always, we want you to stay informed and prepared for medical examinations with the specialists at MedicalES. Here’s what this test actually involves: the body is scanned in the relevant areas (such as the spine or hip) using a specialized device that measures bone density. The test is quick, painless, and provides a highly accurate diagnosis.
This can also be done as a preventive measure, as soon as even the slightest risk factor appears, in order to obtain a clear assessment of bone mineral density in the hip, spine, forearm, the bone segments at highest risk of fragility, or the entire skeleton, as recommended by specialists.
Two other major advantages of this noninvasive paraclinical method are that it does not require any special preparation on the part of patients beforehand and is completely painless and comfortable during the procedure.
In addition, the results obtained through bone densitometry (DEXA) are also a good indicator of the effects of patients’ lifestyle choices (diet, physical activity) on their bone health.
The results obtained from bone densitometry and the indices they provide
The results obtained from bone densitometry (DEXA) are typically expressed as Z-scores and T-scores. These scores are calculated by comparing the bone density measured during the test with that of a young adult of the same gender as the patient.
A T-score starting at -1 is classified as normal. A T-score between -1 and -2.5 is an indicator of osteopenia, and a T-score below -2.5 indicates a possible case of osteoporosis. The final diagnosis is determined by specialists based on a combination of key factors, in addition to the T-score, such as the patient’s medical history and a family history of osteoporosis.
The Z-score is obtained by comparing the bone density of the person being examined with that considered standard for individuals in the same age group, of the same gender, and with similar body parameters. It is frequently used among children and adolescents, as any variations may indicate secondary bone disorders specific to these age groups.
When the Z-score is below -2, specialists recommend conducting the additional medical tests necessary to accurately establish a final diagnosis, taking into account other factors specific to each individual patient.
MedicalES’s vision is to provide premium medical services to all patients who choose to have us by their side during the health assessment phase and on their journey toward regaining their health. We invite you to take advantage of our new bone densitometry (DEXA) service, now available at our modern clinic in Pantelimon. MedicalES specialists are ready to support you, drawing on their experience in conducting state-of-the-art diagnostic tests using high-performance equipment and paying close attention to your comfort.
