WEGAMED BCA
Prefit Bodyscan (BCA) is an advanced body-analysis device developed by Wegamed and designed for the holistic, automated assessment of the body’s central functions. It provides a comprehensive analysis of fitness level, body composition, exercise capacity, and metabolic balance, making it an essential tool for coaches, physiotherapists, and sports medicine specialists.
Through a single rapid scan, Prefit Bodyscan determines the patient’s or athlete’s current performance level, optimal training intervals, ideal heart rate, and personalised nutritional recommendations adapted to their individual needs.
How does Prefit Bodyscan (BCA) work?
Prefit Bodyscan uses Body Composition Analysis (BCA) and functional assessment to analyse the relationship between muscle mass, adipose tissue, metabolism, and energy capacity.
Inspired by the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, the device differentiates between the body’s activity and rest phases, enabling the optimal time for training to be established. The system also measures essential parameters such as body mass index (BMI), optimal training heart rate, and the tendency towards acid–base imbalances—factors that may limit physical progress.
The results are presented graphically in an easy-to-interpret format, providing a clear overview of the body’s functional condition and the areas requiring correction or optimisation.
Specifications / functions / technologies
▪️ Comprehensive Body Composition Analysis (BCA)
▪️ Determination of body-fat percentage in relation to muscle mass
▪️ Automatic calculation of body mass index (BMI)
▪️ Assessment of fitness level and exercise capacity
▪️ Identification of tendencies towards acid–base imbalances
▪️ Determination of the optimal training heart rate for fat burning and increased endurance
▪️ Constitutional muscle analysis with graphical display
▪️ Identification of overworked muscles, overloaded joints, and weakened areas of the spine
▪️ Differentiation between the body’s activity and rest phases
▪️ Personalised training and nutritional recommendations
▪️ Rapid and fully automated scan lasting approximately 10 minutes
▪️ Intuitive operation and minimal space requirements
▪️ Available services – Click here
Methods of use
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The patient or athlete undergoes a rapid assessment using Prefit Bodyscan.
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The device records the body’s functional and compositional parameters.
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The system analyses the data and generates clear graphical reports.
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Individualised training plans and nutritional recommendations are established based on the results.
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Assessments can be repeated to monitor progress and adjust the programmes.
What advantages/benefits does Prefit Bodyscan (BCA) provide?
▪️ Holistic and automated analysis of the entire body in a single assessment
▪️ Saves time—a personalised plan can be established in approximately 10 minutes
▪️ Determines the optimal training interval for maximum results
▪️ Optimises fat burning and muscle-mass development
▪️ Reduces the risk of overtraining and injury by identifying muscular imbalances
▪️ Provides nutritional recommendations adapted to the body’s actual needs
▪️ Establishes the ideal heart rate for safe and effective training
▪️ Supports athletic performance and functional recovery
▪️ Easy to use and integrate into fitness studios and medical practices
▪️ Developed and tested in collaboration with sports physicians, physiotherapists, and professional sports teams, including AC Milan
▪️ Increases the credibility and value of the services provided to clients
▪️ Ideal tool for fitness studios, rehabilitation centres, physiotherapy practices, and professional sports facilities
Medical device classification – Prefit Bodyscan (BCA)
Prefit Bodyscan (BCA) is a body-analysis device intended for medical and sports applications. It is based on the validated principles of Body Composition Analysis (BCA) and functional assessment. Under international and European medical device regulations, this type of system may be classified as a Class IIa medical device when used for clinical assessment, functional diagnosis, and health monitoring.
Classification as a Class IIa medical device indicates that:
▪️ it may be used in clinical assessments, screening, and functional monitoring under medical supervision or by authorised specialists, including physicians, physiotherapists, and sports medicine professionals;
▪️ it is considered to present a moderate level of risk associated with non-invasive diagnostic and assessment functions;
▪️ Class IIa CE certification, or an equivalent national certification, guarantees the device’s compliance with the safety, performance, risk-control, and technical documentation requirements applicable to medical equipment;
▪️ it may be used in medical facilities, clinics, rehabilitation centres, functional laboratories, and sports medicine settings, with its results integrated into clinical decisions and personalised therapeutic plans.
In practice, this classification confirms that Prefit Bodyscan is not simply a commercial wellness instrument, but officially recognised medical equipment used to assess body composition, functional capacity, and other physiological parameters relevant to sports and preventive medicine.
Wegamed
Prefit Bodyscan (BCA) was developed by Wegamed, a German manufacturer specialising in functional diagnostic medical technologies and integrated systems for holistic health assessment. With more than 30 years of research and development experience, Wegamed combines German engineering precision with modern integrative and sports medicine concepts.
The company is internationally recognised for its certified devices, which are used in clinics, rehabilitation centres, and sports medicine institutions. Through strict quality standards and European regulatory compliance, Wegamed provides high-performance medical solutions designed for precise assessment, continuous monitoring, and the optimisation of therapeutic and athletic outcomes.
Clinical studies and scientific evidence – body analysis and functional assessment (BCA and functional parameters)
The underlying technology used by Prefit Bodyscan (BCA)—namely Body Composition Analysis (BCA) and functional assessment through physiological parameters—is supported by a significant body of scientific research in the medical literature. Relevant studies and evidence concerning the technological and practical foundations of this type of device are presented below.
1. Validation of BIA/BCA for body composition assessment
Title: Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis—Part I: Review of Principles and Methods
Summary: This review examines the principles and methods of BIA/Body Composition Analysis, demonstrating that bioelectrical impedance analysis provides valid and reproducible estimates of muscle mass, fat mass, and body water in healthy and clinical populations.
Link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29061951/
2. BIA and the prediction of functional metabolic parameters
Title: Association Between Bioelectrical Impedance Vector Analysis and Metabolic Syndrome in Adults: A Systematic Review
Summary: A systematic review showing that BIA-derived parameters, such as impedance vectors, may correlate with metabolic markers and cardiometabolic risk factors, highlighting the usefulness of BCA in the functional assessment of metabolism.
Link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31225083/
3. BIA measurements and muscle-mass estimation in athletes
Title: Comparison of Methods to Estimate Body Composition in Athletes
Summary: A comparative study of body-composition assessment techniques, including BIA and DEXA, demonstrating that BIA can provide acceptable estimates of muscle and fat mass in athletes, making it useful for monitoring adaptation to training.
Link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15310581/
4. Bioelectrical impedance and fluid-balance estimates
Title: Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis for the Assessment of Fluid Status in Clinical Practice
Summary: A clinical review showing that BIA can provide information about fluid balance and fluid distribution, which is relevant to physical recovery and comprehensive functional assessment.
Link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30715118/
5. Exercise-capacity assessment and functional parameters
Title: Standardized Fitness Testing and Physiological Profiling of Athletes
Summary: Research examining functional exercise parameters and derived physiological variables that may be used to plan training and determine optimal exercise intervals.
Link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24964816/