Your bone densitometry examination may be the easiest medical examination you will have over the course of your life. Basically, all it involves is for you to lie back and let the bone densitometer do the work. However, there are always valid concerns about any medical procedure. For your peace of mind, this webpage addresses these important questions. There is no pain at all associated with a bone densitometry examination.
Bone densitometry involves an extremely small dose of radiation.
As in any medical procedure, if you are pregnant, be sure to inform your physician. Unlike many other medical examinations, no special preparation is required. There are no painful injections, bad-tasting oral preparations or uncomfortable enemas. This is not an examination that requires you to have an empty stomach, drink a certain amount of water, or any other such preexamination preparation on your part. Wear any kind of clothing you like, but please avoid metal buttons or buckles.