Body Composition Analysis at Optimal Physio with InBody Scan

If you’ve ever stepped on the scales and felt confused, frustrated, or demotivated you’re not alone.

Weight alone tells you very little about your health.

Two people can weigh exactly the same, yet have completely different levels of muscle, fat, hydration, and metabolic health. That’s why at Optimal Physio, we now offer InBody 580 body composition scans to help you see what’s really happening inside your body and make informed decisions about your health.

What Is an InBody Scan?

An InBody scan is a fast, non-invasive body composition analysis that goes far beyond weight or BMI.

At Optimal Physio, we use the InBody 580, a medical-grade body composition scanner used by hospitals, universities, and elite sports teams worldwide.

In less than 60 seconds, your scan measures:

• Skeletal muscle mass
• Body fat percentage and fat distribution
• Visceral fat (fat around your organs)
• Hydration and inflammation balance
• Muscle symmetry (left vs right, upper vs lower body)
• Resting metabolic rate (RMR)
• Phase Angle – a key marker of cellular health and recovery

The InBody 580 Scan has a 98% correlation with DEXA scans, without radiation or hospital visits.

Why Body Composition Matters More Than Weight

Traditional measurements like weight and BMI are often misleading. For instance BMI has me down as pre-obese.  It just isn’t a suitable health outcome measure if you are an active and healthy person.

They don’t tell you:

Whether weight loss is fat or muscle

If you’re losing strength as you age

Whether inflammation is slowing recovery

If your training or rehab is actually working

At Optimal Physio, we focus on what your weight is made of, not just the number on the scale. We want to know how healthy you actually are, and take steps to make you even healthier!

Body composition data provides context, not judgement — and that’s what drives sustainable change.

Who Should Consider an InBody Scan?

Active Adults (40–70)

Muscle mass naturally declines with age.
An InBody scan helps ensure your lifestyle is preserving strength, not quietly eroding it.

Physiotherapy & Rehab Patients

Pain relief doesn’t always equal recovery.
Body composition scans reveal whether muscle balance, inflammation, and tissue health are truly improving.

Weight Loss & Fat Loss Clients

If you’re trying to lose weight, the key question is:

Am I losing fat — or muscle?

InBody scans give clarity when the scales don’t change but progress is happening.

GLP-1 Medication Users (Ozempic / Mounjaro)

Rapid weight loss can lead to muscle loss and reduced metabolism.
InBody scanning allows us to protect lean mass and long-term health — not just chase lower numbers.

Women in Perimenopause & Menopause

Hormonal changes affect fat storage, muscle retention, and hydration.
InBody scans provide objective data to guide exercise, nutrition, and recovery strategies.

Preventative Health & Wellness Clients

Even people who “look healthy” may carry hidden visceral fat or early muscle loss.
Early detection makes change easier and more effective.

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Key Measurements That Matter Most

Visceral Fat

This is deep fat stored around your organs.
It’s invisible, metabolically active, and strongly linked to:

• Heart disease

• Type 2 diabetes

• Inflammation

• Slower recovery

The good news?
Visceral fat responds well to lifestyle change — and InBody lets us track it precisely.

Muscle Mass & Symmetry

Muscle supports:

• Metabolism

• Joint health

• Balance

• Independence as we age

InBody scans identify imbalances following injury or surgery, allowing targeted rehab rather than guesswork.

Phase Angle & Cellular Hydration

Phase Angle reflects cell integrity and recovery capacity.

Think of it as your body’s internal battery:

• Higher = resilient, well-nourished cells

• Lower = inflammation, stress, or reduced recovery

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How Often Should You Get an InBody Scan?

For reliable tracking:

• Every 4–8 weeks is ideal

• Monthly scans work well for accountability

• Consistency matters more than frequency

All results sync automatically to the InBody App, allowing long-term trend tracking.

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Free InBody Scan Glasgow at Optimal Physio

To celebrate the launch of InBody scanning:

Your first InBody scan is FREE (worth £45).

Your appointment includes:

• Full printed body composition report

• Digital tracking via the InBody App

• Expert interpretation from our physiotherapy team

• Clear, personalised next steps

⚠️ Please note:
InBody scans are not suitable during pregnancy or for individuals with pacemakers or electrical implants.

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Book Your InBody Scan in Glasgow Today

If you’ve ever felt unsure whether your efforts are working — or worried about losing strength, health, or independence — an InBody scan gives you clarity, confidence, and control.

👉 Book your free InBody scan at Optimal Physio today.
Because better health starts with better information.

This project is part funded by grant funding from East Renfrewshire Council and the UK Shared Prosperity Fund