# Muscle System Pro III - iPhone

> Comprehensive 3D musculoskeletal system anatomy reference and learning tool. (iPhone/iPad app by 3D4Medical from Elsevier.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/muscle-system-pro-iii-iphone/id325180061 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [3D4Medical from Elsevier](https://appshunter.io/developer/315902958)
- Category: Medical, Education
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 150 App Store ratings · 212 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.3 · 826 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-08-05
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/muscle-system-pro-iii-iphone/id325180061/reviews.md

## What is Muscle System Pro III?

Developed in collaboration with Stanford University School of Medicine. 
As featured in the WWDC 2012 Keynote Speech. 

The Muscle System Pro III is used by most universities and is now the standard learning/reference tool for students and medical professionals. 

Now with 215 movement animations, 425 audio pronunciations, 548 isolated muscles and 548 muscle Insertion and Origin maps (You can toggle between muscles and their attachment points on the bone). 

For a 2 minute overview of how this app works - please visit: http://applications.3d4medical.com/muscle_pro.php 

This app is by far the the most comprehensive musculoskeletal system on the market. 
• 360 horizontal degree rotation of any body part - with a swipe of your finger. 
• Rotate vertically for inferior and superior views where applicable. 
• 10 layers of superficial and deep muscle. 
• New 3D level with insertion / origin points mapped onto bone. 
• 548 isolated muscles and insertion/origin points (mapped onto the bone) 
• 215 animations of every movement of each articulation (e.g. flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, etc) 
• 2 types of Quiz, Drag and Drop and Multi-choice - with ability to test on specific areas or muscles. 
• 425 audio pronunciations, for every label. (Please ensure your language is set to English in settings for pronunciations to work) 
• Draw on any screen image and then share it through email, Facebook or Twitter. 

OTHER NEW FEATURES: 
• Graphical Hints: On screen hints that can be turned on or off, for a complete understanding of all the app's features. 
• Interface: Completely rebuilt to allow for simple navigation. 
• Mix layers: Make one layer semitransparent to compare against another layer. 
• Public Notes: Post or browse through shared public notes. 

OTHER FEATURES: 
• Double Tap to zoom - zoom into and identify any region or muscle by tapping on the screen. 
• Customize Pins - add your own pins and notes or add notes to existing pins. 
• Jump to a different area of the body - jump to a different body area by tapping or dragging the white box on the full body thumbnail. 
• Customize the app - using the settings function the user can choose which pins appear within the app - customize to different levels, i.e. high school, nurses etc… 

This app’s primary use is as a learning tool but can also be used as a fast and innovative reference tool by utilizing the index function which allows the user to select a muscle and the app will automatically zoom in and identify it. 
Additionally, this app is ideal for physicians, educators or professionals, in helping to locate a muscle and / or explain its relevance for certain conditions, ailments and injuries.

## Key features

- 3D musculoskeletal system model
- 215 movement animations
- 425 audio pronunciations
- 548 isolated muscles and attachment points
- Interactive muscle layers
- Drag and Drop and Multi-choice quizzes
- Customizable pins and notes

## What do users think of Muscle System Pro III?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Very detailed and helpful
- 👍 Great resource for studying anatomy
- 👍 Fantastic visual aid
- 👍 Excellent for teaching and learning
- 👍 Invaluable for daily clinical use
- 👍 Awesome app for anatomy students
- 👍 Brilliant for massage therapists
- 👍 Fantastic for personal trainers

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes frequently
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- 🐛 Buggy quiz feature
- 👎 Difficult to navigate and select muscles
- 👎 Limited manipulation and zoom capabilities
- 👎 Poor image quality and resolution
- 👎 Unintuitive interface

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Incorrect muscle labeling and information
- Media/animation feature not working
- Pins disappearing when rotating the model
- Inability to view certain muscle groups

**Most requested features**

- Add ligaments and other anatomical structures
- Improve 3D manipulation and zoom controls
- Enhance quiz mode with better visibility and functionality
- Add animations and videos of muscle movements
- Improve overall stability and performance
- Provide more customization options

## Recent user reviews (10 of 212)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/muscle-system-pro-iii-iphone/id325180061/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Very detailed and helpful app

*2026-03-15*

Great resource for studying anatomy. I’ve had this app for years and still refer to it for help with identifying muscles, bony prominences, etc. It’s definitely worth checking it out.

### 4/5 — No annotation

*2026-02-24*

The quiz feature is really fun and you can actually start to learn where muscles are, but just looking at the body, it’ll label areas like “upper arm” but the muscles are labelled “upper arm 1””upper arm 2” etc, no actual annotation of the muscles when browsing

### 5/5 — Outstanding app

*2023-01-30*

This is so easy to use with great information. When I was in massage school it was my to go app. I didn’t have to use my textbook all the time when I need quick information. I recommend this app to everyone.

### 5/5 — Great reference

*2023-01-26*

Outstanding

### 5/5 — If People Like This Why Stop?

*2021-05-14*

The developer says this will be the last update to reassess where to assign resources. Are they assessing correctly? I argue they could use professional input!

### 4/5 — 3D4Medical incredible apps!

*2021-05-13*

Thank you for making such great applications with incredible detail & smooth runtime. I don’t normally buy apps but this is definitely recommended for value for money! 

I used this app in particular for my studies but I continue to use it daily, alongside the other apps, to enhance my knowledge.

Kind Regards,
Isaac Douglas
Insta: IsaacDouglas1 📸

### 5/5 — The App Media doesn’t work

*2021-05-02*

This App has been fantastic for a long time. But now suddenly the media section where it shows the movement of the muscles no longer work. 
Disappointed...

### 3/5 — Scheinbar nicht mehr im Support

*2021-04-10*

Ich habe die App im Studium recht intensiv genutzt und war steht’s begeistert. In den letzten Jahren sind  mehr und mehr Bugs aufgetreten. Neulich habe ich festgestellt, dass die kurzen Clips / Animationen unter „Media“ nicht mehr abrufbar sind - das ist wirklich sehr schade. 

Ich hoffe auf baldigen Fix - dann gibts auch 5 Sterne

### 1/5 — The media comes up as black on my phone

*2021-03-28*

I invested in this specifically to see the functions of each of the muscles and really liked that this app apparently had a demonstration portion. But when I click on Media, it just comes up as a black picture and no demonstration. I just paid money for this and I’m not happy about it

### 1/5 — Ужасно

*2021-03-07*

Не функциональное, видео не работают, приложение не удобно в использовании. 
За что я заплатил Деньги ? Отмените покупку, хочу вернуть деньги. 
Смысл этого приложения ?

## Frequently asked questions about Muscle System Pro III

### What does the Muscle System Pro III app do?

This app provides a comprehensive 3D model of the human musculoskeletal system. It allows users to explore muscles, their origins and insertions, movement animations, and audio pronunciations. It's designed as both a learning tool for students and a reference for medical professionals.

### What are the key features of this anatomy app?

Key features include a detailed 3D model with 360-degree rotation, 10 layers of muscles, 215 movement animations, 548 muscle origins/insertions mapped onto bone, 425 audio pronunciations, interactive quizzes, and the ability to customize pins and notes.

### How much does Muscle System Pro III cost?

The application is a paid app, meaning there is an upfront cost to purchase and download it from the app store. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees mentioned.

### What are the common use cases for this app?

This app is ideal for students studying anatomy, medical professionals needing a quick reference, educators explaining conditions, and anyone interested in understanding the human body's muscle structure and function.

### Is this app compatible with my device?

The application is specifically listed as 'Muscle System Pro III - iPhone', indicating it is designed for iOS devices. For specific version compatibility, it's recommended to check the app store listing for your device.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.8.2 — 2021-05-13

Latest iOS compatibility.

FINAL UPDATE.
Dear customer, this application will no longer be part of our product offerings in the near future. The app will continue to function normally, but we will no longer issue updates for future iOS releases. As an organization, we always want to point our resources in the right direction and keep developing the ground-breaking technologies our customer love. Sometimes, this means reassessing certain offerings. We hope you will continue to support us in our quest to Transform Medical Learning and engage with us with your thoughts at info@3d4medical.com.  For a free trial of our flag platform, Complete Anatomy, visit: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/complete-anatomy-21/id1309253074.

### 3.8.1 — 2017-09-26

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

iOS11 compatibility

### 3.8 — 2014-09-27

IOS8 compatibility has been added.

### 3.7 — 2013-10-09

The IOS 7 compatibility has been added.

### 3.4.1 — 2012-11-14

The Quiz issue has been fixed.
Several content corrections have been applied.

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