Does Your T-Score Actually Matter? | DEXA Scans, Fracture Risk & REMS

You’ve been told your T-score determines your bone health… but what if that number is misleading you?

Debi Robinson sits down with orthopedic surgeon Dr. Andy Bush, who shares why the traditional DEXA scan and T-score system may not be the best way to evaluate your osteoporosis risk. They explore how REMS technology (Radiofrequency Echographic Multi-Spectrometry) is revolutionizing bone assessments by measuring structure and strength—not just density.
If you’ve ever been confused by your bone scan, scared by a diagnosis, or unsure about whether medication is necessary—this episode will give you the clarity and confidence you need.

⏱️ Timestamps:
0:00 Intro – Meet Dr. Andy Bush
2:00 Why He Moved from Surgery to Prevention
5:00 What the T-Score Really Measures
8:30 The Problems with DEXA Scans
12:00 Density vs Structure Explained
16:00 REMS: How It Works & Why It Matters
22:00 50% of Fractures Happen Outside of Osteoporosis Diagnosis
27:00 What Is TBS (Trabecular Bone Score)?
30:00 Why Women Deserve Better Bone Diagnostics
33:00 Should You Still Get a DEXA Scan?
36:00 Empowerment Through Education & Better Tools

💡 Key Topics Covered:
DEXA scan myths and limitations

What T-scores really mean

Why bone density ≠ bone strength

Understanding REMS scans and fragility scoring

50% of fractures happen with normal or osteopenic T-scores

Better questions to ask your doctor

Medication vs lifestyle when treating bone loss

Women’s empowerment through health education

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