Rapid calculation of bespoke body segment parameters using 3D infra-red scanning

Smith, Samuel H.L.; Bull, Anthony M.J.

doi:10.1016/j.medengphy.2018.10.001

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“…This latter study also provided measurements for the elderly and children. The affordability of X-ray, MRI, CT scan, double beam low dose X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) [ 24 , 25 ], and 3D infrared scanning [ 26 , 27 ], allows for the screening of large cohorts, and for the personalized screening of body sizes, making population studies feasible. The data structures provided by these methods are quite different.…”

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Development of the Biomechanical Technologies for the Modeling of Major Segments of the Human Body: Linking the Past with the Present

Cicchella

2020

Biology

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The knowledge of human body proportions and segmental properties of limbs, head and trunk is of fundamental importance in biomechanical research. Given that many methods are employed, it is important to know which ones are currently available, which data on human body masses, lengths, center of mass (COM) location, weights and moment of inertia (MOI) are available and which methods are most suitable for specific research purposes. Graphical, optical, x-ray and derived techniques, MRI, laser, thermography, has been employed for in-vivo measurement, while direct measurements involve cadaveric studies with dissection and various methods of acquiring shape and size of body segments. The present review examines the literature concerning human body segments’ properties for biomechanical purposes starting with a historical examination. It emerges that data obtained in studies on cadaveric specimens are still accurate in comparison to more recent technologies, whilst technological tools currently available are manifolds, each one with proper advantages and disadvantages. Classical studies were focused mainly on white men, while in recent years, the available data on body segments have been extended to children, women, and other races. Additionally, data on special populations (obese, pregnant women) are starting to appear in the scientific literature.

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Development of the Biomechanical Technologies for the Modeling of Major Segments of the Human Body: Linking the Past with the Present

Cicchella

2020

Biology

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“…Several techniques are used to reconstruct body segment volumes, body segment parameter differences, or segment inertial properties, such as 3D body scanners (Norton, Donaldson & Dekker, 2002), infrared scanners (Smith & Bull, 2018), magnetic resonance imaging (Cheng et al, 2000) or dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) (Durkin & Dowling, 2003). The different techniques have their advantages and disadvantages, depending on the specific research target.…”

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Body height and waist circumference of young Swiss men as assessed by 3D laser-based photonic scans and by manual anthropometric measurements

Beckmann

Aldakak

Eppenberger

et al. 2019

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Overweight and obesity are considered among the major health concerns worldwide. The body mass index is a frequently used measure for overweight and obesity and is associated with common non-communicable diseases such as diabetes type II, cardiovascular diseases and certain cancers. However, the body mass index does not account for the distribution of body fat and relative fat to muscle mass. 3D laser-based photonic full body scans provide detailed information on various body circumferences, surfaces, and volumes as well as body height and weight (using an integrated scale). In the literature, body scans showed good feasibility, reliability, and validity, while also demonstrating a good correlation with health parameters linked to the metabolic syndrome. However, systematic differences between body scan derived measurements and manual measurements remain an issue. This study aimed to assess these systematic differences for body height, waist circumference, and body mass index using cross-sectional data from a homogenous sample of 52 young Swiss male volunteers. In addition to 3D laser-based photonic full body scans and correlative manual measurements, body fat distribution was assessed through bioelectrical impedance analysis. Overall, an excellent correlation was found between measurements of waist circumference and body mass index, and good correlation between body mass index and total fat mass, as well as between waist circumference and visceral fat mass as assessed by bioelectrical impedance analysis. Volunteers were shorter in height measured by body scan when compared to manual measurements. This systematic difference became smaller when volunteers stood in the scanner in a completely upright position with their feet together. Waist circumference was slightly smaller for manual measurements than for body scan derived values. This systematic difference was larger in overweight volunteers compared to leaner volunteers.How to cite this article Beckmann C, Aldakak L, Eppenberger P, Rühli F, Staub K, Bender N. 2019. Body height and waist circumference of young Swiss men as assessed by 3D laser-based photonic scans and by manual anthropometric measurements. PeerJ 7:e8095 Ashwell M, Gunn P, Gibson S. 2012. Waist-to-height ratio is a better screening tool than waist circumference and BMI for adult cardiometabolic risk factors: systematic review and meta-analysis. Obesity Reviews 13(3):275-286

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“…Several techniques are used to reconstruct body segment volumes, body segment parameter differences, or segment inertial properties, such as 3D body scanners (Norton et al 2002), infrared scanners (Smith and Bull 2018), magnetic resonance imaging (Cheng et al 2000) or dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) (Durkin and Dowling 2003). The different techniques have their advantages and disadvantages, depending on the specific research target.…”

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Peer Review #3 of "Body height and waist circumference of young Swiss men as assessed by 3D laser-based photonic scans and by manual anthropometric measurements (v0.1)"

Löffler-Wirth¹

2019

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Overweight and obesity are considered among the major health concerns worldwide. The body mass index is a frequently used measure for overweight and obesity and is associated with common non-communicable diseases such as diabetes type II, cardiovascular diseases and certain cancers. However, the body mass index does not account for the distribution of body fat and relative fat to muscle mass. 3D laser-based photonic full body scans provide detailed information on various body circumferences, surfaces, and volumes as well as body height and weight (using an integrated scale). In the literature, body scans showed good feasibility, reliability, and validity, while also demonstrating a good correlation with health parameters linked to the metabolic syndrome. However, systematic differences between body scan derived measurements and manual measurements remain an issue. This study aimed to assess these systematic differences for body height, waist circumference, and body mass index using crosssectional data from a homogenous sample of 52 young Swiss male volunteers. In addition to 3D laser-based photonic full body scans and correlative manual measurements, body fat distribution was assessed through bioelectrical impedance analysis. Overall, an excellent correlation was found between measurements of waist circumference and body mass index, and good correlation between body mass index and total fat mass, as well as between waist circumference and visceral fat mass as assessed by bioelectrical impedance analysis. Volunteers were shorter in height measured by body scan when compared to manual measurements. This systematic difference became smaller when volunteers stood in the scanner in a completely upright position with their feet together. Waist circumference was slightly smaller for manual measurements than for body scan derived values. This systematic difference was larger in overweight volunteers compared to leaner volunteers.

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Rapid calculation of bespoke body segment parameters using 3D infra-red scanning

Cited by 18 publications

References 31 publications

Development of the Biomechanical Technologies for the Modeling of Major Segments of the Human Body: Linking the Past with the Present

Development of the Biomechanical Technologies for the Modeling of Major Segments of the Human Body: Linking the Past with the Present

Body height and waist circumference of young Swiss men as assessed by 3D laser-based photonic scans and by manual anthropometric measurements

Peer Review #3 of "Body height and waist circumference of young Swiss men as assessed by 3D laser-based photonic scans and by manual anthropometric measurements (v0.1)"

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