A new era in bone densitometry: Prevention, early diagnosis and short-term monitoring.
Radiofrequency Echographic Multi Spectrometry (REMS) technology is a new method of analyzing the density of bone tissue. Unlike current technology, DXA, this method has no ionizing radiation. Therefore, assessing bone density with greater frequency will no longer be of concern. A proprietary technology, REMS utilizes ultrasound to assess the micro-architecture of bone. The generated report will include all the same information that is provided by DXA but will also include new information concerning the fragility index of the bone. This is the future for assessing bone health and is now available as of June 18, 2022.
Being such a new technology, OHIP does not cover the cost of this exam. Similar to physiotherapy, chiropractics, or osteopathy, this is a self-pay exam ($150) which could very possibly be covered for reimbursement through many private health plans. The benefit of it being self pay means you do not require a requisition to book and have the exam.
For more detailed information, please visit the Echolight website at www.echolightmedical.com.
