Areas that exhibit higher-than-normal bone ... relax during the scan, especially if they experience joint or bone pain. Parents are encouraged to accompany their child into the scanning room ...

you may also be referred for a central scan even if your T-score is above-1. The p-DEXA should not be used to diagnose osteoporosis or osteopenia. Central DEXA A T-score of -1 to 0 and above is ...