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3D Body Scan

An optical or infrared scan that rotates the client to build a 3D avatar and extract circumference measurements, posture, symmetry, and estimated body composition.

An optical or infrared scan that rotates the client to build a 3D avatar and extract circumference measurements, posture, symmetry, and estimated body composition. Marketed for visual progress tracking, tailoring, and posture screening alongside DEXA services.

Evidence

emerging

3D optical scanning reliably captures circumferences and shape change, but its estimated body-fat and metabolic outputs are less validated than DEXA and the longevity/wellness value rests on tracking rather than clinical accuracy.

Regulatory notes

European Union
Non-ionizing optical/infrared devices marketed as fitness/wellness tools with minimal medical-device regulation; no radiation-protection or prescription requirements.
United States
Sold as consumer/wellness measurement devices; body-composition estimates are not positioned as diagnostic and require no FDA clearance for fitness use.
United Arab Emirates
Offered as wellness/fitness measurement services in gyms and clinics, with light regulatory oversight compared to X-ray-based scanning.
United Kingdom
Sold as consumer/fitness measurement tools with minimal regulation.

General information, not medical or legal advice. See our disclaimer.

Also known as

Styku scan, Fit3D scan, 3D body scanner, body scan avatar, Fit3D SNAP, optical body scan, circumference scan, 3D body composition scan

Where to find it

23 clinics in the directory offer 3d body scan. Prices shown are the cheapest for this treatment where published; always confirm with the venue.

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