Assess athlete bone mineral density using DXA Z-scores. Athletes expected to be Z+1 or higher. Z-score below -1 in a strength or impact sport athlete is abnormal and warrants RED-S screening.
Assess athlete bone mineral density using DXA Z-scores. Athletes expected to be Z+1 or higher. Z-score below -1 in a strength or impact sport athlete is abnormal and warrants RED-S screening
Each component has a specific meaning:
Note: Interpret the athlete bone density result against the thresholds and context described above.
Enter the DXA Z-scores for the scenario you are assessing. Assess athlete bone mineral density using DXA Z-scores. Athletes expected to be Z+1 or higher. Z-score below -1 in a strength or impact sport athlete is abnormal and warrants RED-S screening. Use the athlete bone density result to inform your calculation.