InBody Analysis from Lamb Medical
InBody Analysis Available in Pittsburgh
Lamb Medical Wellness/Weight Loss services, such as InBody Analysis, are provided under our BeWell Membership Program.
How does it work?
InBody Analysis is a quick, non-invasive body composition test that provides a detailed look at your body’s makeup—including muscle mass, body fat percentage, water distribution, and more. It offers a more accurate picture of health than a standard scale or BMI measurement.
The InBody device uses bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), which sends a safe, low-level electrical current through the body to measure resistance in different tissues. This data helps calculate your body composition with high precision.
Ditch the scale
Weight loss is not the same as fat loss. As we age, we naturally lose some of our heavy, dense muscle mass, and a lower number on the scale doesn’t always mean we’re in peak condition. The key to physical fitness is losing excess body fat, not overall body weight. Instead of tracking how heavy you are, use body composition analysis to track how healthy you are.
What does it measure?
See what you’re made of
You are much more than one standardized number. Your weight is made up of muscle, fat, bone, and water, and the proportions of these different elements are known as your body composition. When you take a body composition test on the InBody 380, it shows you how many pounds of muscle, fat, bone, and water you actually have. Armed with this data, you can make little adjustments that lead to major long- term improvements.
InBody reports include key metrics such as:
- Body fat percentage
- Skeletal muscle mass
- Total body water
- Visceral fat level
- Basal metabolic rate (BMR)
- Segmental analysis of fat and muscle (arms, legs, trunk)
Is the test safe and comfortable?
Yes. The procedure is completely painless and takes less than a minute. You stand on the machine with bare feet and hold hand electrodes while the scan is performed.
Preparatory steps for your InBody Analysis Test
- DO maintain your normal fluid intake the day before
- DO stand upright for at least 5 minutes
- DO remove any socks or pantyhose
- DO remove all heavy accessories like jewelry, watches, and jackets
- DO warm yourself up for 20 minutes in cold weather
- DO use the restroom
- DON’T eat or exercise for at least 3 hours
- DON’T consume alcohol or excess caffeine for at least 24 hours
- DON’T shower or use a sauna
- DON’T use lotion or ointment on your hands and feet
Who should get an InBody Analysis?
It’s ideal for anyone looking to monitor their fitness progress, lose weight, gain muscle, improve athletic performance, or track changes in overall health.
How often should I get tested?
Many people choose to repeat the test every 4–6 weeks to track progress, though your provider can recommend a schedule based on your personal goals.
Are there any restrictions?
InBody Analysis is not recommended for individuals with implanted electronic medical devices (like pacemakers) or for pregnant women, due to the small electrical current used during testing.
Take control of your health.
The InBody 380 analyses your body composition in just 30 seconds and provides you with a comprehensive set of results that you can use to optimize your lifestyle.
By checking your Result Sheet printout or your InBody App data, you’ll be able to notice any changes in:
- Skeletal Muscle Mass
- Percent Body Fat
- Body Fat Mass
- Basal Metabolic Rate
- Abdominal Fat Analysis
- And more!
Use the customizable Body Composition History to personalize which outputs are displayed and see how specific outputs, such as Percent Body Fat, change over time.
Take an InBody Test every two to four weeks to continuously monitor your progress towards your fitness goals.
