Professional body composition scales can provide you with accurate measurements of various body metrics. These scales are equipped with advanced technology to measure and analyze your body composition.

In our office, body composition measurement is performed using the state-of-the-art Tanita MC-780 medical body analyzer.

Here are some common body measurements that can be obtained using a professional body composition scale:

Weight: The body scale provides an accurate measurement of your total body weight. This is typically displayed in kilograms or pounds.

Body Mass Index (BMI): BMI is a measurement of body fat based on your weight and height. Some body scales can automatically calculate your BMI using the weight and height information you provide.

Body Fat Percentage: Professional body scales often have built-in Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) technology to estimate body fat percentage. BIA sends a weak electrical current through your body and the scale measures the resistance encountered. Taking into account factors such as height, weight, age, and gender, the scale calculates your body fat percentage.

Muscle Mass: These scales can also provide an estimate of your muscle mass. By analyzing your body’s resistance to the electrical current, they can estimate the amount of muscle tissue present.

Body Water Percentage: The amount of water in your body can be estimated by analyzing electrical resistance. Some scales provide a measurement of your body’s water percentage.

Bone Mass: Professional scales equipped with advanced features can also provide an estimate of your bone mass. This measurement can be useful for assessing bone health.

Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR): BMR is an estimate of the number of calories your body needs at rest to maintain basic functions. Some scales can calculate your BMR based on your body composition and activity level.

Visceral Fat: Visceral fat refers to fat stored around your organs. High levels of visceral fat may be associated with increased health risks. Advanced body scales may provide an estimate of your visceral fat level.

Body Measurements: While not typically provided by body scales, you can manually measure various body parts using a tape measure. These measurements may include waist circumference, hip circumference, chest circumference, etc.