Advancements in Body Composition Assessment Using Mobile Devices

Objective: The study discusses the development and evaluation of mobile 3D body scanning technology for assessing body composition. The study analyzed data from 209 scans of 118 individuals using the 4-compartment (4C) model for body composition, integrating multiple technologies like DXA and air displacement plethysmography.

Implications: ​Mobile 3D scanning provides a practical and precise tool for health and fitness monitoring, enabling users to track body fat and other metrics conveniently. The technology can bridge the gap between professional-grade and consumer-accessible solutions, promoting widespread use in fitness and medical applications.

Steven C. Hauser, Matthew S. Gilmer, David Bruner,Breck Sieglinger (October 2024) “”Advancements in Body Composition Assessment using Mobile Devices”.Size Stream LLC