Screening Technology

REMS vs DEXA and how radiation-free screening works.

Is There a Radiation-Free Alternative to a DEXA Scan?
Yes — REMS is a radiation-free ultrasound scan of the spine and hip, the same sites as DEXA. Here's how the radiation-free options compare, what REMS adds, and its honest UK status.
REMS vs DEXA: The Radiation-Free Bone Scan Explained
REMS is a radiation-free ultrasound bone scan increasingly compared with DEXA. Here's how the two differ, what the evidence shows, and where each one fits — with honest UK framing.
What Is a Bone Health Assessment and Who Needs One?
A bone health assessment checks how strong your bones are and your fracture risk. Here's what it involves, who needs one in the UK, and how DEXA and radiation-free REMS scans compare.
What to Expect at a Screen My Bones Screening Day
A simple walkthrough of a Screen My Bones REMS bone density screening day — what happens, how long it takes, and what you'll learn.