Styku doesn't measure Bone Density, a medical metric used to diagnose conditions like osteoporosis. Instead, it provides Bone Mineral Content (BMC), a wellness metric to help you track your bone health throughout your fitness journey.
What Styku Offers: Tracking Your Bone Mineral Content (BMC)
Bone Mineral Content (BMC) is the total weight (in lbs or kg) of the bone mineral in your torso. Think of it as measuring the total amount of bone material in that core area of your body.
Your BMC is a key part of your body composition results, presented alongside your Fat Mass and Lean Mass to give you a complete picture of your body.
Understanding the Difference
Here’s a simple breakdown of Bone Density versus Bone Mineral Content (BMC):
| Feature | Bone Density | Bone Mineral Content (BMC) |
| What it Measures | How tightly packed minerals are in a specific area (g/cm²) | The total weight of minerals in your torso (lbs or kg) |
| Primary Use | Medical diagnosis (e.g., osteoporosis) | Wellness and fitness tracking over time |
| Provided by Styku? | No | Yes |
How Can Tracking BMC Help Me?
While BMC is not used to diagnose medical conditions, tracking it scan-over-scan can be a powerful part of your wellness journey. It allows you to:
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See Changes Over Time: Monitor how the total mineral content in your torso responds to your nutrition and strength training routines.
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Get a Complete Picture: View your BMC alongside changes in your muscle and fat mass to get a more holistic understanding of how your body composition is evolving.
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Stay Motivated: Use your BMC measurement as another valuable data point to stay informed and motivated on your path to better health.
Your Styku scan empowers you with a 360-degree view of your body. By tracking your Bone Mineral Content along with precise measurements of fat, muscle, and body dimensions, you get the comprehensive data you need to make smarter health decisions.