https://intermuscula.com/tags/body-composition-scan-muscle/Recent content in Body Composition Scan Muscle on IntermusculaHugoen-usSun, 23 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://intermuscula.com/blog/dexa-scan-for-muscle-loss-what-adults-40-should-know/Sun, 23 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://intermuscula.com/blog/dexa-scan-for-muscle-loss-what-adults-40-should-know/<p>As we age, particularly past 40, changes in body composition become more pronounced. One significant concern is sarcopenia, the age-related loss of muscle mass and strength. This can impact mobility, metabolism, and overall quality of life. A DEXA scan, or Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry, is often discussed as a tool for assessing body composition, including muscle mass. This article explores how a DEXA scan can be used to track muscle changes, its role in identifying muscle loss, and what adults over 40 should understand about its capabilities and limitations.</p>