Optical imaging technology for body size and shape analysis: evaluation of a system designed for personal use.

ABSTRACT:

Background/objectives

Three-dimensional optical (3DO) imaging systems that rapidly and accurately provide body shape and composition information are increasingly available in research and clinical settings. Recently, relatively low-cost and space efficient 3DO systems with the ability to report and track individual assessments were introduced to the consumer market for home use. This study critically evaluated the first 3DO imaging device intended for personal operation, the Naked Body Scanner (NBS), against reference methods.

Participants/methods

Circumferences at six standardized anatomic sites were measured with a flexible tape in 90 participants ranging in age (5-74 years), ethnicity, and adiposity. Regression analysis and Bland-Altman plots compared these direct measure

SUBMITTER: Kennedy S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7089806 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature