Welcome to Form Imaging
Delivering quality DEXA scanning services to Queenstown, Wanaka and Central Otago.
A DEXA scan is a special type of x-ray which measures the density of bones and can be an indication of low bone density, osteopenia, osteoporosis, or areas of high-risk fracture. For athletes and weekend warriors, our DEXA whole body composition scan scientifically measures lean muscle gains and weight loss to quantify and track your training progress. It also identifies areas of strength and improvement.
BONE
DENSITY
BONE DENSITY SCANS
Cost: $200
Bone mineral density (BMD) assessment is one predictor of fracture risk and should be measured using dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) performed at two sites, preferably spine and hip
BMD results are reported as a T-score (number of standard deviations that BMD is above or below the mean of healthy young adults) or a Z-score (number of standard deviations that BMD is above or below the mean of normal controls matched for age).
The World Health Organization defines osteoporosis as a T-score ≤-2.5 and osteopenia as a T-score between -1 and -2.5.
BMD should be assessed in individuals with suspicion of osteoporosis to establish a baseline reading that can be used to inform future management. Indications for BMD assessment include:
Minimal trauma fracture
Women aged <65 years with risk factors for osteoporosis Women aged ≥65 years and men aged ≥75 years considering specific measures to prevent osteoporosis All users of glucocorticoids for >6 months
A DXA bone density scan is the gold standard method to determine if you have normal bone density, low bone density (osteopenia) or osteoporosis.
Click here to do a quick risk factor checklist.
http://osteoporosis.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/C004407-20176-A5-Ripsheet-PRINT.pdf
A referral from a health professional is required for a Bone Density scan. A referral form can be downloaded by clicking the button below.
BODY
COMPOSITION
BODY COMPOSITION SCANS
Cost: $200
The gold standard of body composition analysis.
Dual-energy absorptiometry (DXA) is the most accurate method for body composition analysis trusted by research and elite sports labs.
Simple to do and significantly more precise than other methods (including BMI, InBody, BodPod, and hydrostatic weighing).
DEXA is FDA-approved and quantifies your lean, fat, and bone mass (to identify osteoporosis), and visceral fat (which correlates to your risk for hormonal imbalances and disease).
Visceral fat is measured using Corescan. Corescan software is the first application to quantify visceral adipose (fat) tissue using DXA technology.
Book your appointment online
Now you can book your bone density or body composition appointment online. Just click below to be redirected to our booking system.
Testimonial
“Thanks so much for setting up such a fantastic service in our region. I had been meaning to come and see your setup in Frankton since arriving to work as a Sport Physician in Wanaka in 2018. When I sustained my own wrist fracture, I needed to come and experience your service and facility, sooner rather than later! Your location is fantastic, easy parking, great shopping area adjacent, fantastic access for the Central Lakes region. Awesome scanning, that was so quick, providing so much useful information. I really liked the way the information was presented after the scan. I will certainly be referring many patients to your service from the extremely fit and athletic population in Wanaka and environs.”
Dr Ruth Highet
Sports Physician
MBChB, Diploma Sports Med (London), Diploma in Obstetrics, FACSP (Aust) and FACSM (USA)
Who we are
We strive to provide a high-level, professional service to patients and their referring medical practitioners. Locally owned and operated we understand the community’s needs and use modern, state of the art equipment.
Lisa Bates
BHScMI & PGDipSR
MEDICAL IMAGING TECHNOLOGIST
Lisa is the Owner and Director of Form Imaging. She is registered with the Medical Radiation Technologists Board and a member of the New Zealand Institute of Medical Radiation Technology and Australia New Zealand Bone Mineral Society. She has worked in a number of different Medical Imaging departments over her extensive career in New Zealand and overseas.
Brett Lyons
MB ChB 1992 Otago; FRANZCR 1999
Radiologist
Dr. Brett Lyons graduated from Otago Medical School in 1992 and completed both his Diploma of Obstetrics and Radiology specialist training in 1999. He worked as a senior clinical lecturer at the University of Otago and soon after became Clinical Director of Radiology at Dunedin Hospital.
A referral from a health professional is required for a Bone Density scan.
A referral form can be downloaded by clicking the button below.
Contact Details
Form Imaging
5 Mile Centre, Queenstown
34/6 Grant Rd.
Frankton 9300
