InBody Scan & Analysis
Understanding Your Body Composition
InBody Testing at MD Reuter Personalized Care
Are you looking for a more accurate way to track your health and fitness than just stepping on a traditional scale? At Matt Reuter, MD, we are proud to offer professional-grade InBody Testing for Body Composition Analysis.
As part of our commitment to providing a premium, data-driven healthcare experience, InBody testing is available for our concierge member-patients at our Chesterfield office.
Frequently Asked Questions About InBody Testing
What is InBody Body Composition Analysis?
InBody is a non-invasive, medical-grade body composition analysis that goes far beyond weight or BMI (Body Mass Index). Using advanced Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA), it measures exactly how much of your body is made up of fat, muscle, and water. In just 45 seconds, it provides a comprehensive “map” of your internal health.
Why is Dr. Reuter offering InBody to his concierge members?
Dr. Reuter believes that preventive care should be personalized to you! That requires personalized data. By utilizing InBody during your annual physical, Dr. Reuter can identify specific health risks, such as high visceral fat, that a standard scale simply cannot detect. This technology allows us to move beyond “one-size-fits-all” advice and create a wellness plan tailored specifically to your unique physiology.
How does InBody assist with cardiometabolic risk reduction?
Weight alone is a poor indicator of internal health. You can have a “normal” BMI but still carry high levels of visceral fat (the inflammatory fat surrounding your internal organs). High visceral fat is a primary driver of cardiometabolic risks, including Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. InBody allows Dr. Reuter to monitor these levels closely, providing a clear path for risk reduction through targeted lifestyle interventions.
Why is muscle preservation important for longevity?
As we age, maintaining Skeletal Muscle Mass is one of the single most important factors for longevity and metabolic health. Muscle is more than just strength; it is a metabolically active organ. InBody allows us to track your muscle mass over time, ensuring that as you age—or as you lose weight—you are preserving the lean tissue necessary for mobility, balance, and a healthy metabolism.
How does InBody help with weight loss goals?
For our members in Chesterfield and the greater St. Louis area who are actively working toward weight loss, the scale can be a source of frustration. You might be losing body fat while gaining lean muscle, which often results in no change in total weight.
By using the InBody more frequently for additional data points, Dr. Reuter ensures your progress is healthy and sustainable, focusing strictly on fat loss while prioritizing muscle preservation.
What metrics does the InBody scan provide?
The InBody results sheet provides a detailed breakdown of:
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Skeletal Muscle Mass: Essential for tracking metabolic health and longevity.
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Percent Body Fat: A clinical indicator of health far superior to BMI.
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Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR): The exact number of calories your body burns at rest.
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Visceral Fat Level: A key metric for assessing and reducing cardiometabolic risk.
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Total Body Water: To monitor hydration and potential inflammation.
Is there an extra cost for the scan?
No. For our concierge members, the InBody scan is an additional service integrated into your comprehensive care. It is performed during your comprehensive annual physical and is available for more frequent monitoring for those tracking specific weight goals.
Ready for your first scan?
Click here to learn more about InBody technology. Ask Dr. Reuter about InBody at your next appointment!
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