# Skeleton System Pro III-iPhone

> Interactive 3D human skeleton anatomy learning and reference tool. (iPhone/iPad app by 3D4Medical from Elsevier.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skeleton-system-pro-iii-iphone/id315904683 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [3D4Medical from Elsevier](https://appshunter.io/developer/315902958)
- Category: Medical, Education
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 34 App Store ratings · 129 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.3 · 531 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-05-17
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skeleton-system-pro-iii-iphone/id315904683/reviews.md

## What is Skeleton System Pro III?

Developed by 3D4Medical in collaboration with Stanford University School of Medicine. 

AS SEEN ON TV: This app is featured in Apple's iPad TV ad. 

"Named by Apple as one of the top 5 medical iPad apps of 2011" 

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

Skeletal System Pro contains hundreds of improvements - here are a few: 
• 360 horizontal degree rotation of any body part - with a swipe of your finger. 
• Rotate vertically for inferior and superior views. 
• 94 animations of every movement of each articulation (e.g. flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, etc) 
• 2 types of Quiz, Drag and Drop and Multi-choice. 
• 596 audio pronunciations, for every label. 
• Draw on any screen image and then share it through email, Facebook or Twitter. 
• Color mapping of the skull and pelvis bones. 

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, bone, skeletal area or ligament by tapping on the screen. 
• Use your finger to Cut - slice skeletal areas for a coronal, sagittal and transverse cut view (where applicable) - use hints to learn how. 
• Press the Scalpel - to add or remove up to 4 layers of connective tissue. 
• Pins appear in both English and Latin. 
• Double Tap again for additional Zooming - useful when there are multiple pins. 
• Customize Pins - add your own pins and notes or add notes to existing pins. 
• 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… 

The Skeletal System Pro III - includes the most in depth 3D skeleton ever developed, the ability to rotate, cut and get superior/inferior views all with the simple stroke of the finger. 

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 an item and the app will automatically zoom in and identify it. 

Additionally, this app is ideal for physicians, educators or professionals, allowing them to visually show detailed areas of the skeletal system to their patients or students - helping to educate or explain conditions, ailments and injuries.

## Key features

- 360-degree horizontal and vertical rotation
- 94 animations of articulation movements
- Drag and Drop and Multi-choice quizzes
- 596 audio pronunciations
- Draw and share screen images
- Color mapping of skull and pelvis
- Layer mixing and transparency

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

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎨 Excellent 3D graphics and visual quality
- 🔄 Ability to rotate and view anatomy from multiple angles
- 📚 Comprehensive bone and landmark information
- 🎯 Interactive quiz feature for studying
- 📍 Pin/flag system for marking and identifying structures
- 🔊 Audio pronunciation guide for anatomical terms
- 👨‍🎓 Highly useful for students and medical professionals
- 🧠 Effective visual learning tool
- 💾 Ability to add custom pins and notes
- 🔍 Detailed zoom capabilities for close examination
- 📖 Latin and English terminology support
- ⚡ Generally smooth performance on newer devices

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing issues
- 📱 Text too small on iPhone screens
- 🎮 Difficult and unintuitive controls
- 🔌 Pins disappear when rotating views
- 🔍 Pins too close together on small screens
- ⚠️ UI prevents simultaneous viewing of answers and quiz questions
- 📊 Inconsistent terminology with textbooks
- 🔄 Slow loading between view changes
- ❌ Poor iOS compatibility after updates
- 🎯 Hard to select individual pins accurately
- 📉 Performance issues on older devices
- 🔎 Limited magnification for detailed viewing

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes when accessing index or searching
- App crashes when opening 'My Pins' section
- Incompatibility with iOS 11 and newer versions
- App crashes when specific items are searched
- Language-dependent crashes (crashes in English, works in Latin)
- App shuts down unexpectedly after extended use
- Quiz interface interprets swipes as answers incorrectly
- Unable to exit quiz mode without closing app
- Pin drop function causes unwanted zoom-out
- Pins disappear when changing view angles
- Skeletal remains view not loading properly
- Performance degradation on iPhone 3GS and older models

**Most requested features**

- Ability to isolate and view individual bones separately
- Custom quiz selection for specific bones or landmarks
- Save and retain custom pin selections after app closes
- Spanish language support
- Full-body app with muscles, organs, and nerves integrated
- Ability to remove specific bones from view
- More quiz question variety and types
- Detailed quiz performance reports
- Ability to rotate in any direction with finger motion
- Skeletal system tutorial
- Muscle insertion and origin information
- Ligament structure details
- Ability to highlight or color-code specific bones
- Better search functionality in index
- Improved pin placement interface with zoom control

## Recent user reviews (10 of 129)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skeleton-system-pro-iii-iphone/id315904683/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Not quite what it’s chalked up to be

*2022-02-28*

User interface prevents you from seeing the answers and picture in quiz at the same time. Terms didn’t necessarily match textbook.

### 5/5 — 👌🏻

*2019-11-05*

Honestly I was very worrying about my skeleton test, because I was saying how I’m going to know every bones in the body? By using this app, helped me to get a A! I will recommend everyone to use it!!!

**Developer response:** Thank you for your kind words! -3D4Medical from Elsevier

### 1/5 — Diana

*2019-10-21*

Seher schlecht , schade dass ich dafür bezahlt habe

**Developer response:** Hello, thank you for your feedback. Please contact our Customer Support team so we can assist you. Here is the direct link where you can email or call us;
https://service.elsevier.com/app/contact/supporthub/complete-anatomy/
Thank you- 3D4Medical from Elsevier

Hallo, danke für dein Feedback. Bitte wenden Sie sich an unser Kundensupport-Team, damit wir Ihnen weiterhelfen können. Hier ist der direkte Link, über den Sie uns eine E-Mail senden oder anrufen können.
https://service.elsevier.com/app/contact/supporthub/complete-anatomy/
Vielen Dank - 3D4Medical von Elsevier

### 1/5 — Don’t waste your time.

*2018-10-08*

This app isn’t helpful. A waste of $5. The free ones I downloaded were way more helpful.

### 5/5 — Rad Tech

*2018-05-05*

I really enjoy using this app in my job.  I frequent use the app for patient and student staff teaching.  Pretty slick! Thank you for this title!

### 5/5 — It's Really helpful

*2018-01-11*

It's very easy to use. You can zoom in and out and rotate the body. This app also offers videos to show the movements and have great explanations. 👍👍

### 4/5 — Applications need to be updated for ios11

*2017-09-24*

Please i need help i cant open the apps the muscle pro and this one and i really need it, please thank you!

### 1/5 — 很烂

*2017-09-22*

花了钱也不更新

### 5/5 — Such a great App for people that like visuals

*2017-03-08*

I like looking at things from all perspectives and angles and this app really helps with that. I love the pins and the little games you can play. Such a fantastic app. I wish I could type In certain things I needed though and have like 5 or 6 pins at one time that I need specifically instead of all the related pins. Great app nonetheless and very helpful!

### 5/5 — Best app

*2015-11-09*

The app is excellent. The pins are too close to each other on my phone as my phone has a small screen. The quizzes are very good for revision.

## Frequently asked questions about Skeleton System Pro III

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

This app provides a detailed 3D model of the human skeleton that users can interact with. It allows for 360-degree rotation, cutting views, and layering of tissues. It also includes quizzes, audio pronunciations, and drawing tools for learning and reference.

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

Key features include the ability to rotate the skeleton horizontally and vertically, view 94 animations of joint movements, take two types of quizzes, hear 596 audio pronunciations, draw on images, and mix different layers of the skeletal system.

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

The application is a paid app, meaning there is an upfront cost to download and use it. The provided information does not indicate any in-app purchases or subscription models.

### What kind of users would benefit from this app?

This app is ideal for medical students, anatomy students, educators, physicians, and other healthcare professionals. It serves as a valuable learning tool for understanding the skeletal system and a reference tool for explaining conditions to patients or students.

### Can I customize the app's display?

Yes, the app allows for customization. Users can choose which pins appear within the app based on different levels of study, such as high school or nursing. You can also add your own custom pins and notes.

## 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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