Osteoporosis, a medical condition that affects your bone density, is one of the most skeletal conditions around the world today. 54 million people over the age of 50 have osteoporosis or are at risk of getting it. Osteoporosis affects your body’s ability to replace bone density as you naturally age. To maintain a healthy and active lifestyle, your doctor may recommend a DEXA scan to monitor changes in your bone density over time. DEXA scans are the only imaging technique capable of detecting osteoporosis before a bone fracture occurs, allowing you and your doctor to plan accordingly if you are at risk.