1
Ribs, backbone, pelvic bones stick out. Loss of muscle mass present. Severe
tummy tuck and dramatic waistline.
2
Ribs, pelvis, backbone easily palpated and somewhat visible. Severe waistline
and tummy tuck.
3
Ribs, pelvis and backbone palpable with a thin layer of fat covering.
Waistline and tummy tuck obvious but not severe with more gradual curves.
4
Ribs covered with heavy fat layer requiring finger pressure to feel. Difficult
to feel backbone or pelvis. Waistline not apparent. Tummy tuck still slightly visible.
5
Ribs and backbone not palpable under thick fat layer. Abdominal distention
projects downwardand outward . Fat deposits on legs, face and over tail head covering
pelvis.