FAQ

A DEXA (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) scan is a medical imaging test that measures bone density and body composition, including fat, muscle, and bone mass.

Individuals looking to accurately assess their body composition, such as athletes, people monitoring their health or weight loss progress.

Wear loose, comfortable clothing without metal zippers or buttons. Avoid taking calcium supplements 24 hours before the scan. Additionally, for maximum accuracy, you’ll want to do the scan under the same circumstances each time. So, if you fast for the first scan, you may want to fast for subsequent scans, so that changes in your body composition are a reflection of actual change, rather than the presence of food.

Absolutely, DEXA scans are generally safe as they involve very low levels of X-ray radiation, typically equivalent to the amount one would receive from a day of natural environmental exposure. However, it's crucial to note that, as a precautionary measure, DEXA scans are not recommended for pregnant women.

A typical DEXA scan takes about 6 minutes.

Results are usually available immediately after the scan and will be explained by a BOD team member.

DEXA Body Composition Scans will give you an overall indication of your bone density. However, the best way to assess your bone density is through the specialized bone density scan. This scan requires a referral from a Doctor.

DEXA body composition assessments deliver comprehensive reports on fat mass, muscle mass, and bone mineral content throughout the entire body, including specific regions such as the waist, hips, arms, legs, and trunk. Unlike other body composition methods like Skinfolds (calipers) and bioelectrical impedance commonly used in gyms, DEXA scans offer unparalleled accuracy and detailed information. BOD ensures the most precise assessment of your body composition by measuring lean tissue, fat, and bone mass while generating an x-ray-like image of your body.

Your Phy report will be available within a few minutes of your scan.

Each movement plan is made up of 6 movements and is designed to take roughly 20 minutes a day.

Phy Health customizable reports harness our vision technology to transform data from an individual’s body scan measurements into a comprehensive, personalized overview of an individual’s musculoskeletal health. These reports have been created by our team specializing in exercise physiology, kinesiology, and Physical therapy, allowing us to offer personalized recommendations designed to correct imbalances and enhance postural patterns. Each report contains a detailed analysis of the user's body alignment and inference of postural and movement patterns, enhanced by a proprietary scoring system (PhyScore) that identifies risk levels in different body zones. This comprehensive approach provides both the strengths and potential areas of vulnerability in one’s musculoskeletal structure. In short, Phy Health's personalized reports serve as a comprehensive guide for both individuals and health and wellness practitioners, allowing targeted preventative measures and more effective treatment strategies.

Phy Health customizable reports harness our vision technology to transform data from an individual’s body scan measurements into a comprehensive, personalized overview of an individual’s musculoskeletal health. These reports have been created by our team specializing in exercise physiology, kinesiology, and Physical therapy, allowing us to offer personalized recommendations designed to correct imbalances and enhance postural patterns. Each report contains a detailed analysis of the user's body alignment and inference of postural and movement patterns, enhanced by a proprietary scoring system (PhyScore) that identifies risk levels in different body zones. This comprehensive approach provides both the strengths and potential areas of vulnerability in one’s musculoskeletal structure.
In short, Phy Health's personalized reports serve as a comprehensive guide for both individuals and health and wellness practitioners, allowing targeted preventative measures and more effective treatment strategies.

To ensure that people are doing their exercises properly, Phy implements: Videos: Phy provides detailed video instructions for each exercise. These videos showcase how to perform the exercise with proper form and technique. Users can watch these videos to visually understand how the exercise should be executed and mimic the correct movements.
Detailed Instructions: Each movement plan and exercise in the program is accompanied by clear instructions, providing guidance on focus and duration.

There's no real preparation required, other than when it comes to clothing/attire. We suggest skin-tight clothing, like compression shorts for men and yoga pants and a sports bra for women. As long as the contour of the body is visible, the scan should capture without issue.
Additionally, for those with long-hair, we ask that they tie their hair up so that the back of their neck is visible. It's good practice to keep some hair ties around as customers tend to forget this.

Yes, we work with a CLIA/CAP accredited lab that performs extensive validation on each assay to meet federal CLIA requirements.

Each test kit provides insight into the following biomarkers:

Men’s Fitness Panel: 1. Ferritin, 2. Homocysteine, 3. Hs-CRP, 4. Vitamin D, 5. HbA1c, 6. Insulin, 7. TC:HDL ratio, 8. TG:HDL ratio, 9. Cortisol, 10. TSH, 11. ApoA1, 12. ApoB, 13. ApoB:ApoA1 ratio, 14. LDL, 15. HDL, 16. Total cholesterol, 17. Triglycerides. 18. Testosterone, total, 19. DHEA-S, 20. Testosterone:Cortisol ratio

Women’s Fitness Panel: 1. Ferritin, 2. Homocysteine, 3. Hs-CRP, 4. Vitamin D, 5. HbA1c, 6. Insulin, 7. TC:HDL ratio, 8. TG:HDL ratio, 9. Cortisol, 10. TSH, 11. ApoA1, 12. ApoB, 13. ApoB:ApoA1 ratio, 14. LDL, 15. HDL, 16. Total cholesterol, 17. Triglycerides, 18. Estradiol, 19. FSH

NOTE – The biological sex selection will define which panel you are tested on. Biological males may choose to be tested on the female panel, but not vice versa. This is due to the sensitivity limitiations of testosterone.

Results will be available in your member profile 3-5 business after the lab receives your sample. You will be notified when the results are ready for review.

Do I have to fast before my test? For more accurate results, it is recommended that you fast for 8-10 hours prior to taking the test.

The team at BOD have partnered with SiPhox who have created a unique scoring system called the Axes of Wellness that spans different health and lifestyle categories such as Inflammation, Metabolic, and Cardiovascular Health. With this, we take the guesswork out of interpreting your results and empower you with actionable insights to improve your wellness.

Disclaimer
The reference ranges and insights presented in the SiPhox Health dashboard are meant to improve readability and provide context, however you should consult with your physician for a more formal interpretation of your results. No communication from SiPhox Health is meant to be or should be taken as medical advice. SiPhox Health is a wellness-only service and is not designed to diagnose or treat any disease. If you are concerned about any of the data in your dashboard please consult your physician immediately