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Bullas, Alice M., Simon Choppin, Ben Heller, and Jon Wheat. "Comparison of Complex and Simple Anthropometrics in the Descriptive Anthropometric Assessment of Male Cyclists." International Journal of Kinanthropometry 2, no. 2 (December 31, 2022): 13–27. http://dx.doi.org/10.34256/ijk2222.
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Introduction: Compare the importance of complex (areas and volumes) and simple (lengths and girths) surface anthropometrics in the descriptive anthropometric assessment of the lower body of male cyclists from different disciplines. Method: Using a 3dMDBody5 3D surface imaging system and bespoke software (KinAnthroScan), anthropometrics of the lower body of 23 male non-cyclists and 57 elite male cyclists from different cycling disciplines: sprint (track and road (hill)), endurance (road, > 50 miles), time trial (road, < 50 miles) and mountain bike (cross-country and enduro) were collected. Results: Several anthropometrics differed between cycling groups and when compared to the non-cyclists group; the sprint group demonstrated the largest magnitude of difference with other cycling disciplines and the non-cyclists group, whereas the time trial and mountain bike groups demonstrated the least. Complex anthropometrics were able to distinguish between groups as effectively as simple anthropometrics, and in some cases, were able to distinguish differences that were unidentifiable through simple anthropometrics alone. Conclusions: Researchers, anthropometrists and practitioners should consider the collection and use of complex anthropometrics to improve the understanding of anthropometric differences within descriptive anthropometry, alongside adopting caution when researching groups of cyclists from different disciplines due to their differing anthropometric profiles - categorising them by discipline when possible.
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Dāboliņa, Inga, Ausma Viļumsone, and Eva Lapkovska. "ANTHROPOMETRIC PARAMETRIZATION OF UNIFORMS FOR ARMED FORCES." Environment. Technology. Resources. Proceedings of the International Scientific and Practical Conference 3 (June 15, 2017): 41. http://dx.doi.org/10.17770/etr2017vol3.2519.
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Planning manufacture of uniforms decisions must be taken as to how many and in what size a particular model series should be manufactured, how they should be labeled and to what body-dimensions garment sizes should correspond. The purpose of anthropometric parametrization is to introduce garment size classification for mass production clothing, so as to representatively depict wearers’ body figure diversity. It is in the interests of manufacturers (design time and costs, logistics etc.) and buyers/procurement service alike to confine themselves with a minimum garment sizes and to use a possibly less complicated garment size classification. The aim of this research is to gather different impact factors for anthropometric parametrization for Uniforms of Armed Forces.
Research is formed from anthropometric data and end user survey exploring data set of 150 soldiers. Anthropometrics are performed by non-contact anthropometric methods (3D anthropometrical scanner Vitus Smart XXL® is used in the study), data processing automation systems, pattern making CAD/CAM systems, etc. National Armed Forces (NAF) technical specification provides for manufacture of a wide range of garment sizes (by height indifference interval of 6 cm). Manufacturers labeling system and charts of finished products are subjected to comparative analysis and evaluation of corresponding standard recommendations is included.
The study indicates the need to optimize the currently used anthropometry method in the Latvian Army, anthropometric data registration and application, thus improving the performance of military personnel and the procurement process and the use of resources, thus promoting resource planning and environmental protection. Also improvements are needed in uniform labeling and instructing of the military personnel on selection of uniform and equipment components.
Proper anthropometric parametrization and labeling of Uniforms for Armed Forces would minimize expenses of Uniforms as well as the negative waste impact to the environment.
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Tiit, Ene-Margit. "Creation and revitalization of the Estonian National Register of anthropometric data." Papers on Anthropology 25, no. 2 (December 21, 2016): 70. http://dx.doi.org/10.12697/poa.2016.25.2.07.
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Anthropmetric data have always been of interest for scientists. They have also great practical value for different groups of people: tailors, designers and also health care specialists. Anthropological data are different in different geographical areas and also change in time. That is why it is important to save also results of older anthropometrical measurements. In Estonia the anthropometrical measurements have been made by different researchers since the 18th century. The Group of Physical Anthropology at the University of Tartu (initiated by prof Helje Kaarma) was especially active in gathering anthropometric data. The data were saved in the Anthropometic Register. Unfortunately, the register had no financial support and so its activities stopped. In summer 2016 the group of people interested in saving the historical anthropometric data started revitalising the Register of Anthropological Data. Hopefully, it will be possible to use the Estonian Social Science Data Archive for this purpose.
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Kumar Mishra, Maneesh, Pascal Bruniaux, Guillaume Tartare, and Christine Campagne. "Insole customized Part 1." Koža & obuća 68, no. 2 (2019): 12–19. http://dx.doi.org/10.34187/ko.68.2.4.
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Regardless of the objectives of the study, whether it is the morphological classification of the feet or the customization of products such as orthopedic insoles or appropriate footwear for atypical feet, it is the imperative to find a rational method for detecting the anthropometric points and curves. The studies explaining the anthropometry of the foot are very few and in some cases present contradictions in the measurements between the manual and automatic scanning processes. In addition, our goal was to implement a non-contact measurement method to detect the anthropometric points of feet. This method proposes different tracking techniques using different adjustable planes. In a 3D graphical process, the morphological curves have been located with the help of these anthropometrics points and allowed the identification of the foot by their measurements. These measurements were compared with those obtained by a 3D foot scanner to validate the detection method of anthropometric points and improve it by employing these scanners.
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Ulijaszek, Stanley J., and Deborah A. Kerr. "Anthropometric measurement error and the assessment of nutritional status." British Journal of Nutrition 82, no. 3 (September 1999): 165–77. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s0007114599001348.
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Anthropometry involves the external measurement of morphological traits of human beings. It has a widespread and important place in nutritional assessment, and while the literature on anthropometric measurement and its interpretation is enormous, the extent to which measurement error can influence both measurement and interpretation of nutritional status is little considered. In this article, different types of anthropometric measurement error are reviewed, ways of estimating measurement error are critically evaluated, guidelines for acceptable error presented, and ways in which measures of error can be used to improve the interpretation of anthropometric nutritional status discussed. Possible errors are of two sorts; those that are associated with: (1) repeated measures giving the same value (unreliability, imprecision, undependability); and (2) measurements departing from true values (inaccuracy, bias). Imprecision is due largely to observer error, and is the most commonly used measure of anthropometric measurement error. This can be estimated by carrying out repeated anthropometric measures on the same subjects and calculating one or more of the following: technical error of measurement (TEM); percentage TEM, coefficient of reliability (R), and intraclass correlation coefficient. The first three of these measures are mathematically interrelated. Targets for training in anthropometry are at present far from perfect, and further work is needed in developing appropriate protocols for nutritional anthropometry training. Acceptable levels of measurement error are difficult to ascertain because TEM is age dependent, and the value is also related to the anthropometric characteristics of the group or population under investigation. R > 0·95 should be sought where possible, and reference values of maximum acceptable TEM at set levels of R using published data from the combined National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys I and II (Frisancho, 1990) are given. There is a clear hierarchy in the precision of different nutritional anthropometric measures, with weight and height being most precise. Waist and hip circumference show strong between-observer differences, and should, where possible, be carried out by one observer. Skinfolds can be associated with such large measurement error that interpretation is problematic. Ways are described in which measurement error can be used to assess the probability that differences in anthropometric measures across time within individuals are due to factors other than imprecision. Anthropometry is an important tool for nutritional assessment, and the techniques reported here should allow increased precision of measurement, and improved interpretation of anthropometric data.
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Jodeh, Diana S., and S. Alex Rottgers. "High-Fidelity Anthropometric Facial Measurements Can Be Obtained From a Single Stereophotograph From the Vectra H1 3-Dimensional Camera." Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal 56, no. 9 (April 7, 2019): 1164–70. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1055665619839577.
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Background: Anthropometry is a well-established means of measuring facial morphology. Although reliable, direct anthropometry can be time-consuming and not conducive to a busy clinical practice. The Vectra H1 handheld stereophotogrammetric system requires 3 stereophotographs taken from different perspectives to generate a three-dimensional (3D) surface. The time needed to take the 3 stereophotographs can increase the possibility of involuntary movements, precluding its use to assess young patients. To overcome this limitation, we evaluated if accurate linear facial measurements can be obtained from a single stereophotograph and compare these to the measurements taken by direct anthropometry. Methods: Twenty pediatric patients, aged 0 to 10 years, who were undergoing minor surgical procedures at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital were recruited. Fourteen linear facial distances were obtained from each participant using direct anthropometry under general anesthesia. These same distances were measured using Mirror 3D analysis. Intraclass correlation was used to determine intrarater reliability on duplicate 3D images. Results: Correlation coefficients between 3D imaging in frontal view and direct anthropometric measurements were excellent for 13 measures taken, ranging from 0.8 (subnasale to columella and subnasale to stomion superius) to 0.98 (nasion to subnasale and subnasale to labiale superius). Correlation coefficients between submental view and direct anthropometric measurements were excellent for 13 measures as well, ranging from 0.77 (subnasale to columella) to 0.98 (nasion to subnasale). Conclusions: Linear anthropometric measurements taken from 3D surfaces generated from a single stereophotograph correlate closely with direct anthropometric measures. This improves workflow and applicability of anthropometric studies to our youngest patients.
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Erkan, Ilker. "A system proposal for rapid detecting of anthropometric data and affecting design strategies." Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology 18, no. 6 (March 27, 2020): 1793–822. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/jedt-11-2019-0302.
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Purpose The purpose of this study on architecture, design, ergonomics and anthropometry was to ensure compliance with the human-machine-work environment, minimize human error and obtain anthropometric measurements accurately, safely and rapidly. Design/methodology/approach The developed system efficiently extracted anthropometric data for 15,243 individuals with an accuracy rate of 98.8 per cent, focusing on the values for “shoulder breath” and “body depth.” In this study, a new anthropometric measurement system was developed and subsequently applied to obtain anthropometric measurements easily and quickly. The effect of the newly collected anthropometric data on the design discipline was evaluated. Findings The findings highlighted the need to update the anthropometric data used in other design studies. In addition to contributing to designing discipline, the updated anthropometric data are considered suitable for use in many different fields. Research limitations/implications The design discipline and related disciplines are expected to take advantage of these measurements. Updating the aforementioned data will also be easier and faster because of the simplicity and affordability of the system. Originality/value This is the first and only such study in Turkey with regard to the up-to-date anthropometric measurements obtained and the size of the database created.
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Wibneh, Amare, Ashish Kumar Singh, and Sougata Karmakar. "Anthropometric Measurement and Comparative Analysis of Ethiopian Army Personnel Across Age, Ethnicity, and Nationality." Defence Science Journal 70, no. 4 (June 25, 2020): 383–96. http://dx.doi.org/10.14429/dsj.70.15435.
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The anthropometric characteristics of the users depend upon the topography, nutrition, age, ethnicity, gender, and living conditions, and play a crucial role in the design of the equipment and the workspace to be used by them. This study aims to establish an anthropometry database for male Ethiopian army personnel and investigate the anthropometric variability across ethnicity, age, and with other countries, with the intention to facilitate ergonomic design and development of various facilities (e.g., equipment/ devices, and workspaces) for the Ethiopian army. Following the reliability assessment of the physical measurement technique, the anthropometric data from 250 Ethiopian male army personnel (four different ethnic groups at different age levels) were collected, and normality of the data set was tested. The anthropometric database of Ethiopian army personnel in terms of range, mean, standard deviation, percentile values (5th, 50th, and 95th) was documented. PCA was applied to select a smaller representative by reducing a larger set of variables for further statistical analysis and applications. ANOVA and follow-up posthoc test (Tukey’s HSD test) were carried out to compare anthropometric differences among different age groups and ethnic variations. The mean anthropometric differences were also compared with databases from other countries (India, Korea, and USA) using t-test. Significant variations were found when the anthropometry was compared between age, ethnicity, and cross-nationals. The findings indicate that variations in age, ethnicity, and geographical factors could have a significant impact on the ergonomic design of equipment and workspaces of Ethiopian army personnel.
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Mueller, William. "Anthropometric Health Assessment of Adults." Practicing Anthropology 8, no. 1-2 (January 1, 1986): 14–15. http://dx.doi.org/10.17730/praa.8.1-2.d3p42028q2256851.
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Anthropometry is the physical measurement of the human body. Historically, physical anthropologists have centered on osteometric and craniometric measurements; in the 19th century, the focus was on skeletal populations. At the beginning of the 20th century, this research focus shifted to the living as scientists such as Henry Bowditch, the medical doctor, and Franz Boas, the anthropologist, used anthropometric measurements of growing children as markers of health status. Scientists recognized that the growth and development process was affected by the environment and thus reflective of the health and well being of the individual and his/her population. Unfortunately, the study of development generally ceases with samples of young adults, who presumably have finished growing. This article deals with anthropometric health assessment in adults. It proposes that adults continue to change throughout their lives, and that the assessment of such changes through anthropometry has promising applications.
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Valleroy, Linda. "Applied Dimensions in Biomedical Anthropology." Practicing Anthropology 8, no. 1-2 (January 1, 1986): 5. http://dx.doi.org/10.17730/praa.8.1-2.w008607885115672.
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Anthropometry, the systematic measurement of human body dimensions and composition using standardized procedures, has long been one of the physical anthropologist's most important methods. Early work in biomedical anthropology used anthropometric variables to test associations among body types, body characteristics, and diseases. Today there is a renewed interest in anthropometry, ratios and equations derived from anthropometric measurements, and longitudinal changes in body measurements, for evaluating health and understanding disease in individuals and populations. The measurement of the human body is once again at the forefront of applied biomedical anthropology.
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Toro-Román, Víctor, Francisco J. Grijota, Diego Muñoz, Marcos Maynar-Mariño, Sara Clemente-Gil, and María C. Robles-Gil. "Anthropometry, Body Composition, and Physical Fitness in Semi-Professional Soccer Players: Differences between Sexes and Playing Position." Applied Sciences 13, no. 3 (January 17, 2023): 1249. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/app13031249.
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Performance in soccer has been associated with specific morphological characteristics. Few studies have simultaneously compared the relationships between physical fitness and body composition in both sexes. This study aimed (i) to analyze the differences in anthropometric parameters, body composition, and physical fitness between sexes and playing position in soccer players and (ii) to determine the relationship among anthropometric and body composition parameters to physical fitness parameters according to sex. A total of 50 soccer players (men: n = 26; women: n = 24), participated in the study. Assessments of nutritional intake, anthropometry, body composition, and physical fitness (isometric strength, maximal aerobic capacity, and vertical jump) were carried out. Differences between sexes were observed in all anthropometric and body composition parameters (p < 0.001). There were differences between midfielders and forwards in fat percentage (p < 0.05). Regarding physical condition, differences were found between sexes in all tests performed (p < 0.001). In men soccer players, there were significant correlations between body composition and aerobic capacity (p < 0.05), while in women soccer players, there were correlations with isometric strength tests (p < 0.05). Anthropometry, body composition, and physical fitness differed between sexes. Fat percentages were different among playing positions. There were relationships between anthropometry and body composition with physical fitness. Knowledge of anthropometric and fitness characteristics by playing position and gender in soccer players could help develop specific training programs.
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Kinghorn, Rhonda A., and Alvah C. Bittner. "Truck Driver Anthropometric Data: Estimating the Current Population." Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting 37, no. 9 (October 1993): 580–84. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/154193129303700914.
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This report shows that a challenge facing designers of commercial trucks and other vehicles is a lack of current operator anthropometric data on which to base design decisions. Specifically, it was points out that current data suffer from a number of limitations including secular size changes, ethnic and gender composition shifts, and excessive standard errors (S.E.) of percentiles estimates. These and other limitations point out the need for estimates of contemporary, professional driver anthropometry. This report presents tabulations of comprehensive male and female driver population anthropometry estimates, and outlines a method for applying these anthropometric data to the design of trucks and other vehicles.
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Giudicelli, Bruno B., Leonardo G. O. Luz, Mustafa Sogut, Hugo Sarmento, Alain G. Massart, Arnaldo C. Júnior, Adam Field, and António J. Figueiredo. "Chronological Age, Somatic Maturation and Anthropometric Measures: Association with Physical Performance of Young Male Judo Athletes." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 18, no. 12 (June 13, 2021): 6410. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18126410.
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Sport for children and adolescents must consider growth and maturation to ensure suitable training and competition, and anthropometric variables could be used as bio-banding strategies in youth sport. This investigation aimed to analyze the association between chronological age, biologic maturation, and anthropometric characteristics to explain physical performance of young judo athletes. Sixty-seven judokas (11.0–14.7 years) were assessed for anthropometric and physical performance. Predicted adult stature was used as a somatic maturation indicator. A Pearson’s bivariate correlation was performed to define which anthropometric variables were associated with each physical test. A multiple linear hierarchical regression was conducted to verify the effects of age, maturity, and anthropometry on physical performance. The regression models were built with age, predicted adult stature, and the three most significantly correlated anthropometric variables for each physical test. Older judokas performed better in most of the physical tests. However, maturation attenuated the age effect in most variables and significantly affected upper body and handgrip strength. Anthropometric variables attenuated age and maturity and those associated with body composition significantly affected the performance in most tests, suggesting a potential as bio-banding strategies. Future studies should investigate the role of anthropometric variables on the maturity effect in young judokas.
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Santos, Patrícia Morgana Ferreira, Lúcio Marques Vieira Souza, Jymmys Lopes Dos Santos, Matheus Amarante Do Nascimento, Clésio Andrade Lima, and Ricardo Aurélio Carvalho Sampaio. "Relationship among anthropometric and hemodynamic variables in public servants of Sergipe." Revista Brasileira de Fisiologia do Exercício 19, no. 2 (May 16, 2020): 134. http://dx.doi.org/10.33233/rbfe.v19i2.3920.
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Physical activities have an important prophylactic effect against cardiovascular diseases, as they promote reduction in body weight and blood pressure levels, for example. Individuals working on administrative functions tend to be sedentary, with consequent risk of obesity. However, the relationship among anthropometric and hemodynamic variables is still inconsistent. Thus, the aim of this study was to analyze the correlation among anthropometric and hemodynamic parameters of public servants. This is an observational and cross-sectional study with a sample of 147 individuals. It was verified that normotensive men had higher body mass index than hypertensive men. In contrast, these individuals showed higher resting heart rate values. It was noted that none of the anthropometric variables were associated with systolic and diastolic blood pressure; the associations verified were among anthropometric variables (r = 0.738 - body weight and hip; and r = 0.936 - abdomen and waist circumference). Also, no associations among anthropometric variables, blood pressure indices and resting heart rate were observed. In conclusion, although anthropometric variables are good predictors of body adiposity, they are not necessarily related to hemodynamic variables. The practice of physical activities should be encouraged within work routines, at appropriate times, aiming to improve healthy habits and anthropometric indicators.Keywords: anthropometry, hemodynamics, public servants, cardiovascular risk, adiposity.
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Edefonti, Alberto, Marina Picca, Beatrice Damiani, Rosanna Garavaglia, Silvana Loi, Gianluigi Ardissino, Giuseppina Marra, and Luciana Ghio. "Prevalence of Malnutrition Assessed by Bioimpedance Analysis and Anthropometry in Children on Peritoneal Dialysis." Peritoneal Dialysis International: Journal of the International Society for Peritoneal Dialysis 21, no. 2 (March 2001): 172–79. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/089686080102100211.
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Objective To evaluate the sensitivity of anthropometry and bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) in detecting alterations in body composition of children treated with peritoneal dialysis (PD), and to determine the prevalence of malnutrition in this population, in short- and long-term PD duration, using anthropometric and BIA-derived indices. Patients Eighteen children treated with automated PD (11 males, 7 females; mean age 8.7 ± 4.7 years). Design Eighteen patients were studied using anthropometry and BIA at the start (t0) and after 6 months (t1) of PD, 15 of these patients at 12 months (t2), and 8 at 24 months (t3) of PD. Midarm muscle circumference (MAMC), arm muscle area (AMA), and arm fat area (AFA) were calculated from anthropometric measures according to Frisancho (FrisanchoAR. New norms of upper limb fat and muscle areas for assessment of nutritional status. Am J Clin Nutr 1981; 34:2540–5.). The bioelectrical measures of resistance (R) and reactance (Xc) were obtained directly from the impedance signal; phase angle (PA) and distance (D) were calculated using mathematical formulas. Nutritional status was assessed by anthropometric measurements and BIA-derived indices, expressed as standard deviation scores (SDS), and by a score system based on BIA and anthropometric parameters. The percentage of children with values of anthropometric and BIA-derived indices below the 3rd percentile or between the 3rd and 25th percentiles, and the percentage of children with scores of 7 – 12 and 4 – 6 were calculated in order to detect patients with severe or moderate derangement of nutritional status. Results The mean SDS values of Xc, PA, and D significantly improved ( p = 0.05, p = 0.001, p = 0.02) during the first 6 months of PD and remained almost stable during the following months. The SDS values of the anthropometric indices were less compromised than those of the BIA-derived indices, particularly at the start of dialysis. By 6 months, the percentages of children with values of BIA and anthropometric indices below the 3rd percentile had decreased. The percentages of patients with moderate and severe derangement of BIA and anthropometric indices remained substantially unchanged after 12 months. However, at 24 months, the percentage of patients with moderate derangement of BIA indices increased. All these findings were confirmed by the nutritional score system. Conclusion BIA is more sensitive than anthropometry in detecting alterations in body composition of children on PD. The prevalence of malnutrition, high at the commencement of PD, decreases during the first year of treatment but not over the long term.
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ASHRAF, SOHAIL, ARSHALOOZ J. RAHMAN, and KASHIF ABBAS. "ANTHROPOMETRIC MEASUREMENTS;." Professional Medical Journal 19, no. 02 (February 22, 2012): 150–54. http://dx.doi.org/10.29309/tpmj/2012.19.02.1994.
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Background: Determination of anthropometric measurements, especially of birth weight of newborn in first few days after birthis important for the assessment of neonatal nutritional status, gestational maturity, and prediction of early neonatal death. Objectives: (1) Todetermine the mean birth weight, mean birth length and mean head-circumference. (2) To seek association between income of the family andmean birth weight. Study Design: Analytical cross-sectional study. Setting & Period: This study was done in the pediatric department of LiaquatNational Hospital from March 2003 to September 2003. Materials and methods: One hundred full terms, normal, singleton newborn babieswere included and birth weight, length and head circumference were taken within 72 hours of birth. Results: Overall mean birth weight was2.890 kg, mean birth length 48.245cm and mean head circumference was 34.232 cm.The % of LBW babies was 13. The mean birth weight ofbabies belonging to group A (born to families with income >5000 Rs/mth) was 3.044 Kg and that of group B (born to families with income <5000Rs/mth) was 2.736 Kg. Group A had 8 % LBW babies whereas group B had 18 %. Mean birth weight, length and head circumference of boys was2.961Kg, 48.776 cm and 34.316 cm respectively. Mean birth weight, length and head circumference of girls was 2.788 Kg, 47.480 cm and34.109 cm respectively. Conclusions: Community based studies should be conducted from time to time in order to develop our own populationdata.
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Ye, Ming, Paula J. Robson, Dean T. Eurich, Jennifer E. Vena, Jian-Yi Xu, and Jeffrey A. Johnson. "Anthropometric changes and risk of diabetes: are there sex differences? A longitudinal study of Alberta’s Tomorrow Project." BMJ Open 9, no. 7 (July 2019): e023829. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2018-023829.
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ObjectivesTo characterise the sex-specific difference in the association between anthropometric changes and risk of diabetes in the general population in Canada.Setting and participantsFrom 2000 to 2008, Alberta’s Tomorrow Project (ATP) invited Alberta’s residents aged 35–69 years to a prospective cohort study. A total of 19 655 diabetes-free ATP participants having anthropometrics measured at the baseline and follow-ups were included.Design and outcome measuresA longitudinal study design was used to examine the association between anthropometric changes and risk of diabetes and the sex difference in this association. Changes in weight, body mass index (BMI), waist circumference (WC) and waist-hip-ratio (WHR) were calculated as the difference between baseline and follow-up measures. Diabetes cases were identified using the Canadian National Diabetes Surveillance System algorithm with administrative healthcare data (2000–2015) linked to the ATP cohort. The sex-specific association between anthropometric changes and incidence of diabetes were examined by multivariable Cox regression models.ResultsChanges in weight, BMI, WC and WHR over time were positively associated with incidence of diabetes in both men and women. The sex difference in risk of diabetes associated with 1 standard deviation (SD) increase in anthropometrics was 0.07 (95% CI −0.02 to 0.14) for weight, 0.08 (95% CI −0.03 to 0.17) for BMI, 0.07 (95% CI −0.02 to 0.15) for WC and 0.09 (95% CI 0.03 to 0.13) for WHR. Similar results were found in sex difference in the associations with changes per 5% and changes per categories (5% loss, ±5%, 5% gain).ConclusionsThe positive association between anthropometric changes and risk of diabetes was generally stronger in men than in women. However, this sex-specific difference of approximately 10% of the total risk associated with anthropometric changes had limited significance. For population-based public health programmes aiming to control obesity and incidence of diabetes, it may not be necessary to set up sex-specific goals for anthropometric reduction.
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Barnett, Lisa M., Avigdor Zask, Lauren Rose, Denise Hughes, and Jillian Adams. "Three-Year Follow-Up of an Early Childhood Intervention: What About Physical Activity and Weight Status?" Journal of Physical Activity and Health 12, no. 3 (March 2015): 319–21. http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/jpah.2013-0419.
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Background:Fundamental movement skills are a correlate of physical activity and weight status. Children who participated in a preschool intervention had greater movement skill proficiency and improved anthropometric measures (waist circumference and BMI z scores) post intervention. Three years later, intervention girls had retained their object control skill advantage. The study purpose was to assess whether at 3-year follow up a) intervention children were more physically active than controls and b) the intervention effect on anthropometrics was still present.Methods:Children were assessed at ages 4, 5, and 8 years for anthropometric measures and locomotor and object control proficiency (Test of Gross Motor Development-2). At age 8, children were also assessed for moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) (using accelerometry). Several general linear models were run, the first with MVPA as the outcome, intervention/control, anthropometrics, object control and locomotor scores as predictors, and age and sex as covariates. The second and third models were similar, except baseline to follow-up anthropometric differences were the outcome.Results:Overall follow-up rate was 29% (163/560), with 111 children having complete data. There were no intervention control differences in either MVPA or anthropometrics.Conclusion:Increased skill competence did not translate to increased physical activity.
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Nurzaime Zulaily, Aryati Ahmad, Mohd Razif Shahril, Fadzli Syed Abdullah, and Amran Ahmed. "RELIABILITY OF ANTHROPOMETRIC MEASUREMENTS CONDUCTED IN NATIONAL PHYSICAL FITNESS STANDARD (SEGAK) ASSESSMENTS AMONG SCHOOL-AGED ADOLESCENTS IN TERENGGANU, MALAYSIA." Malaysian Journal of Public Health Medicine 19, no. 2 (August 31, 2019): 141–48. http://dx.doi.org/10.37268/mjphm/vol.19/no.2/art.198.
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School-based health programs implemented by the Malaysian Ministry of Education (MOE) through the National Physical Fitness Standard (SEGAK) assessments provided an important platform in health status monitoring among schoolchildren. However, to date, there is still no reliability study conducted on this method. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the reliability of the anthropometric data collected by physical education (PE) teachers in the SEGAK assessments. Anthropometry measurements of standard six school adolescents involved in the Health of Adolescents in Terengganu study were taken by trained researchers using a standardised protocol. The anthropometrics data were then compared with PE teachers’ measurements from the SEGAK assessments obtained from the specifically developed Health Monitoring System database. Reliability of the anthropometric measurements were analysed using Pearson’s correlation test, Intraclass Correlation Coefficients (ICC), Bland-Altman plot and Cohen’s Kappa statistics. Intraclass correlation coefficient between teacher-measured and researcher-measured values shows good correlation in weight (ICC = 0.93), height (ICC = 0.98) and BMI (ICC = 0.91). The Bland-Altman plot showed a relatively small difference in mean of weight, height, and BMI between teacher-measured and researcher-measured value. The mean difference between teacher-measured and researcher-measured value of weight, height, and BMI were 1.8kg, 0.1cm, and 0.8kg/m2 respectively. Overall, Cohen’s Kappa statistics showed substantial agreement (κ = 0.642) in BMI categorisation between the two measurements. Findings from reliability analysis conducted affirmed that anthropometrics assessments conducted by PE teachers in SEGAK assessments are reliable to be used for identification of body weight status among school children and adolescents particularly in Terengganu, Malaysia.
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Chopra, Jagrati, Nkemjika Abiakam, Hansung Kim, Cheryl Metcalf, Peter Worsley, and Ying Cheong. "The influence of gender and ethnicity on facemasks and respiratory protective equipment fit: a systematic review and meta-analysis." BMJ Global Health 6, no. 11 (November 2021): e005537. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjgh-2021-005537.
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IntroductionBlack, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) people are disproportionately affected by COVID-19. Respiratory protective equipment (RPE) has conventionally been developed for a predominantly white male population that does not represent the healthcare workforce. The literature was reviewed to determine the protection offered to female and BAME users.MethodsFive databases were searched. Eligible studies related to respirator fit in the context of anthropometrics, gender and ethnicity. Meta-analysis was performed for gender-based anthropometric differences. A priori protocol registration was not performed.Results32 studies were included and anthropometric data was extracted from 15 studies. Meta-analysis revealed 14 anthropometric measurements were significantly smaller for females. Mean differences ranged from 0.37 mm to 22.05 mm. Gender-based anthropometric differences did not always translate to lower fit factor scores, with 12 studies reporting worse performance and fit for females and 10 reporting no gender effect. No studies provided disaggregate anthropometric data by ethnic group. Pass rates (PR) were low or moderate in 12 BAME or mixed-ethnicity cohorts. 14 studies reported associations between facial dimensions (FD) and respirator fit. Three comparative studies showed lower PR among selective BAME people. 18 studies reported RPE performance differed with model and design. Most studies did not prespecify inclusion/exclusion criteria. Small sample size and lack of justification or power calculations was a concern. Significant heterogeneity in study designs limited comparisons, particularly relating to respirator selection or availability and defining study outcomes relating to RPE performance.ConclusionThe literature reports on largely Caucasian or single ethnic populations, and BAME people remain under-represented, limiting comparisons between ethnic groups. Facial anthropometrics vary between gender and likely between ethnicity, which may contribute to lower PR among females and ethnic minorities, particularly Asians. There is a need for studies including a broader spectrum of ethnicities and for consideration of female and BAME users during RPE development.
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Saraya, Arif Eka, Sugiyanto Sugiyanto, and Muchsin Doewes. "Anthropometric Factors and Physical Condition Dominant Determinants Batting Skills in Softball." International Journal of Multicultural and Multireligious Understanding 5, no. 4 (May 6, 2018): 213. http://dx.doi.org/10.18415/ijmmu.v5i4.264.
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batting skills in softball requires several anthropometric factors and physical condition to play to improve skills. Anthropometric factors and physical condition, among others, height, arm length, arm muscle strength, hand-eye coordination, balance, and reaction time. This study aims to determine the anthropometric factors and the physical condition of the dominant determinant of batting skills in softball. This research approach uses a quantitative to design of confirmatory factor analysis. This study population is training student achievement softball in sports education university of riau. A sample of 100 people was obtained through a simple random sampling technique. The data used are taken through a series of tests of the independent and dependent variables. This research method through testing confirmatory factor KMO and Bartlett’s Test analysis using SPSS. Results from this research is: factor of anthropometri dominant physical condition and determinants batting skill in game of softball is arm length with value 0,788, arm muscle power with value 0,851 and time reaction of with value 0,737. The conclusion of this research is: factor of anthropometri dominant physical condition and determinants batting skill in game of softball is arm length, arm muscle power and time reaction
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Saraya, Arif Eka. "Anthropometric Factors and Physical Condition Dominant Determinants Batting Skills In Softball." JURNAL PENDIDIKAN JASMANI DAN OLAHRAGA 3, no. 1 (April 9, 2018): 74. http://dx.doi.org/10.17509/jpjo.v3i1.10331.
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Batting skills in softball requires several anthropometric factors and physical condition to play to improve skills. Anthropometric factors and physical condition, among others, height, arm length, arm muscle strength, hand-eye coordination, balance, and reaction time. This study aims to determine the anthropometric factors and the physical condition of the dominant determinant of batting skills in softball. This research approach uses a quantitative to design of confirmatory factor analysis. This study population is training student achievement softball in sports education university of riau. A sample of 100 people was obtained through a simple random sampling technique. The data used are taken through a series of tests of the independent and dependent variables. This research method through testing confirmatory factor KMO and Bartlett’s Test analysis using SPSS. Results from this research is: factor of anthropometri dominant physical condition and determinants batting skill in game of softball is arm length with value 0,788, arm muscle power with value 0,851 and time reaction of with value 0,737. The conclusion of this research is: factor of anthropometri dominant physical condition and determinants batting skill in game of softball is arm length, arm muscle power and time reaction
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McNeil, Jessica, Mohamed M. Mamlouk, Karine Duval, Alexander Schwartz, Nelson Nardo Junior, and Éric Doucet. "Alterations in Metabolic Profile Occur in Normal-Weight and Obese Men during the Ramadan Fast Despite No Changes in Anthropometry." Journal of Obesity 2014 (2014): 1–9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/482547.
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We examined the variations in eating behavior, appetite ratings, satiety efficiency, energy expenditure, anthropometric and metabolic profile markers prior to, during as well as 1 and 4 months after Ramadan in normal-weight and obese men. Anthropometric, energy expenditure (indirect calorimetry and accelerometry), metabolic (fasting blood sample), appetite (visual analogue scales), and eating behavior (Three-Factor Eating Questionnaire) measurements were performed in 10 normal-weight (age: 25.2 ± 4.7 years; BMI: 24.4 ± 1.9 kg/m2) and 10 obese (age: 27.0 ± 4.5 years; BMI: 34.8 ± 3.7 kg/m2) men. The satiety quotient (SQ) was calculated 180 minutes after breakfast consumption. All anthropometric variables, as well as resting and total energy expenditure, were greater in obese compared to normal-weight participants (P = 0.02–0.0001). Similarly, obese participants had greater triglycerides, insulin, and homeostatic model assessment-insulin resistance concentrations (P = 0.02–0.002). Greater apolipoprotein B, glucose, total cholesterol, and low-density lipoprotein concentrations were noted during Ramadan (P = 0.04–0.0001). Dietary restraint scores were also greater during Ramadan (P=0.0001). No differences in anthropometry, other metabolic profile markers, energy expenditure, appetite ratings, and SQ were noted across sessions. Lastly, changes in anthropometric measurements correlated with delta metabolic profile markers, as well as changes in disinhibition eating behavior trait and dietary restraint scores. The Ramadan fast led to increases in certain metabolic profile markers despite no changes in appetite and anthropometry.
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Rae, Sarah, Frank Ong, Eleanor Pullenayegum, Sarah Carsley, Jill Hamilton, Jonathon Maguire, Cindy-Lee Dennis, and Catherine Birken. "12 Reliability of Two-Person Anthropometric Measurement of Young Children with Parent Facilitator." Paediatrics & Child Health 27, Supplement_3 (October 1, 2022): e5-e5. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/pch/pxac100.011.
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Abstract Background Body Mass Index is recommended by the World Health Organization for the measurement of growth and the diagnosis of overweight and obesity in children. The reliability of anthropometric measurements is important for assessment of child growth due to the challenges faced when measuring younger children, including the difficulty of having the child remain still during measurement collection. The current gold-standard for anthropometric measurement collection in children in a clinical research setting, set by the World Health Organization, requires the use of two trained anthropometrists. Objectives The purpose of this study was to determine the reliability of anthropometric measurements between two trained anthropometrists working in a pair and one trained anthropometrist working with a child’s parent/caregiver in a primary healthcare setting. Design/Methods An observational study to determine measurement reliability was conducted in a primary care child research network in Canada. 76 children 0 – 5 years old had their length/height, weight, head, arm, and waist circumference measured a total of four consecutive times: twice by two trained anthropometrists working in a pair (researcher-researcher team) and twice by one trained anthropometrist working with a child’s parent/caregiver (researcher-parent team). Inter- and intra- observer reliability was calculated using the technical error of measurement (TEM), relative TEM (%TEM) and the coefficient of reliability (R). Results The %TEM values across both age groups, children 0 - < 2 and 2 – 5 years of age, for length/height and weight were < 2% and the R coefficient values were >0.99, indicating a high degree of inter- and intra- observer reliability. The TEM values were greater for inter- and intra- observer reliability across all age groups for length/height in comparison to other anthropometric measurement parameters, with greater variation seen in the length for children 0 - < 2 years of age. The TEM values across both age groups for inter- and intra- observer reliability of arm circumference was outside of the acceptable range of < 2%, indicating greater measurement error. There was greater variation seen in waist circumference across both age groups. Conclusion This study suggests that anthropometric measurement, including length/height and weight, taken by one trained anthropometrist with the assistance of a parent/caregiver is reliable. These findings can be used to encourage the utilization of a child’s parent/caregiver to assist with anthropometric measurement collection in clinical setting(s) to enhance feasibility and efficiency and reduce the research costs of including a second trained anthropometrist.
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Moczynski, Allison N., Charles A. Weisenbach, and James S. McGhee. "Retrospective Assessment of U.S. Army Aviator Anthropometric Screening Process." Aerospace Medicine and Human Performance 91, no. 9 (September 1, 2020): 725–31. http://dx.doi.org/10.3357/amhp.5462.2020.
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INTRODUCTION: The current U.S. Army aviator anthropometric screening process for rotary-wing cockpit compatibility was codified over 30 yr ago. Critical to the process are the anthropometric standards that define what is acceptable for U.S. Army flight school applicants. The purpose of this study was to assess and optimize the efficiency of the standards in screening for anthropometric cockpit compatibility while maintaining safety.METHODS: A retrospective analysis was performed. Anthropometry and disposition data of flight school applicants from 2005 to 2014 were taken from the Aeromedical Electronic Resource Office database to determine efficiency of the process. Data on mishaps from 1972 to 2017 were retrieved from the Risk Management Information System database to determine the safety benchmark of the existing process, to which adjusted standards would be held. Adjustments to standards were modeled that would more efficiently pass applicants over the period studied without exceeding the established acceptable safety level.RESULTS: There were 40,136 (98.28%) applicants who passed the standards, while 702 (1.72%) failed. Most (98.52%) applicants who failed the standards and applied for an anthropometry exception to policy (ETP) received one. The models would pass up to 396 (99.25%) applicants who received ETPs without exceeding the established number of mishaps attributable to the anthropometry standards, which was found to be zero.DISCUSSION: The screening process is efficient and effective, but could be improved. Adjusting the standards could increase process efficiency by passing more applicants during their flight physical and widening the applicant pool, while maintaining the current level of safety.Moczynski AN, Weisenbach CA, McGhee JS. Retrospective assessment of U.S. Army aviator anthropometric screening process. Aerosp Med Hum Perform. 2020; 91(9):725731.
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Knechtle, Beat, Barbara Baumann, Patrizia Knechtle, Andrea Wirth, and Thomas Rosemann. "A Comparison of Anthropometry between Ironman Triathletes and Ultra-swimmers." Journal of Human Kinetics 24, no. 1 (January 1, 2010): 57–64. http://dx.doi.org/10.2478/v10078-010-0020-7.
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A Comparison of Anthropometry between Ironman Triathletes and Ultra-swimmersWe intended to compare the anthropometry of male and female Ironman triathletes with the anthropometry of male and female ultra-swimmers. Body mass, body mass index and body fat were lower in both male and female triathletes compared to swimmers. Body height and length of limbs were no different between the two groups. In the multi-variate analysis, in male triathletes, body mass (p=0.015) and percent body fat (p=0.0003) were related to race time; percent body fat was also related to the swim split (p=0.0036). In male swimmers, length of the arm was related to race time (p=0.0089). In female triathletes and swimmers, none of the investigated anthropometric variables showed an association with race time. We concluded that Ironman triathletes and ultra-swimmers were different regarding anthropometry and that different anthropometric variables were related to race time. We assume that other factors, such as training and equipment, as opposed to anthropometry, may better predict race time in male and female Ironman triathletes.
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Zaki, Moushira Erfan. "Effects of Whole Body Vibration and Resistance Training on Bone Mineral Density and Anthropometry in Obese Postmenopausal Women." Journal of Osteoporosis 2014 (2014): 1–6. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/702589.
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Objective. The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of two exercise programs, whole body vibration and resistance training on bone mineral density (BMD) and anthropometry in obese postmenopausal women.Material and Methods. Eighty Egyptian obese postmenopausal women were enrolled in this study; their age ranged from 50 to 68 years. Their body mass index ranged (30–36 kg/m2). The exercise prescription consisted of whole body vibration (WBV) and resistance training. Bone mineral density (BMD) and anthropometrical parameters were measured at the beginning and at the end of the study. Changes from baseline to eight months in BMD and anthropometric parameters were investigated.Results. BMD at the greater trochanter, at ward's triangle, and at lumbar spine were significantly higher after physical training, using both WBV and resistive training. Moreover, both exercise programs were effective in BMI and waist to the hip ratio. Simple and multiple regression analyses showed significant associations between physical activity duration and BMD at all sites. The highest values ofR2were found for the models incorporating WBV plus BMI.Conclusion. The study suggests that both types of exercise modalities had a similar positive effect on BMD at all sites in obese postmenopausal women. Significant association was noted between physical activity and anthropometric variables and BMD measures at all sites.
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Zetli, Sri, Nofriani Fajrah, and Melanda Paramita. "PERBANDINGAN DATA ANTROPOMETRI BERDASARKAN SUKU DI INDONESIA." JURNAL REKAYASA SISTEM INDUSTRI 5, no. 1 (November 15, 2019): 23. http://dx.doi.org/10.33884/jrsi.v5i1.1390.
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Anthropometry is defined as the science of measurement and art in applying human physicalproperties, which is one of the most important factors to consider in designing a product. Productsthat meet ergonomic rules are products that are designed according to the dimensions of the user'sbody. Various factors affect anthropometric data, one of which is ethnicity. Ethnicity is defined as agroup of people identified through ancestral heritage, certain languages and certain cultures.Indonesia has more than 300 different ethnic groups, so it is important to represent anthropometricdata based on ethnicity. Batam City has a heterogeneous community consisting of various tribes andgroups. The dominant tribes include Batak, Javanese, Malay, Minang and Chinese. With the variationin anthropometric size, it is not possible for a design system to adjust to all types of sizes, thereforethere is a need for a database of anthropometric sizes in Indonesia. From the comparative testconducted by Anova testing, all 36 anthropometric with Sig. <α (0.05) which means that there aredifferences in Anthropometric between the five terms. Whereas for differences in AnthropometricBatak and Javanese are 19 same and 17 different, Batak and Malay are 14 same and 22 different,Batak and Minang are 12 same and 24 different, Batak and Chinese are 14 same and 22 different,Java and Malay are 12 same and 24 different, Java and Minang are 12 same and 24 different, Javaand Chinese are 12 same and 24 different, Malay and Minang are 9 same and 27 different, Malay andChinese are 14 same and 22 different, Minang and Chinese are 14 same and 22 different. The resultsof anthropometry obtained based on this research are expected to be a recommendation in thedevelopment of more ergonomic tools for users, especially the people of Indonesia.
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Sesbreno, Erik, Gary Slater, Margo Mountjoy, and Stuart D. R. Galloway. "Development of an Anthropometric Prediction Model for Fat-Free Mass and Muscle Mass in Elite Athletes." International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism 30, no. 2 (March 1, 2020): 174–81. http://dx.doi.org/10.1123/ijsnem.2019-0232.
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The monitoring of body composition is common in sports given the association with performance. Surface anthropometry is often preferred when monitoring changes for its convenience, practicality, and portability. However, anthropometry does not provide valid estimates of absolute lean tissue in elite athletes. The aim of this investigation was to develop anthropometric models for estimating fat-free mass (FFM) and skeletal muscle mass (SMM) using an accepted reference physique assessment technique. Sixty-four athletes across 18 sports underwent surface anthropometry and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) assessment. Anthropometric models for estimating FFM and SMM were developed using forward selection multiple linear regression analysis and contrasted against previously developed equations. Most anthropometric models under review performed poorly compared with DXA. However, models derived from athletic populations such as the Withers equation demonstrated a stronger correlation with DXA estimates of FFM (r = .98). Equations that incorporated skinfolds with limb girths were more effective at explaining the variance in DXA estimates of lean tissue (Sesbreno FFM [R2 = .94] and Lee SMM [R2 = .94] models). The Sesbreno equation could be useful for estimating absolute indices of lean tissue across a range of physiques if an accepted option like DXA is inaccessible. Future work should explore the validity of the Sesbreno model across a broader range of physiques common to athletic populations.
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Correia, Igor Massari, Anderson Marliere Navarro, Jéssica Fernanda Corrêa Cordeiro, Euripedes Barsanulfo Gonçalves Gomide, Lisa Fernanda Mazzonetto, Alcivandro de Sousa Oliveira, Emerson Sebastião, et al. "Bone Mineral Content Estimation in People Living with HIV: Prediction and Validation of Sex-Specific Anthropometric Models." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 19, no. 19 (September 28, 2022): 12336. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph191912336.
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People living with HIV (PWH) experience an accelerated reduction in bone mineral content (BMC), and a high risk of osteopenia and osteoporosis. Anthropometry is an accurate and low-cost method that can be used to monitor changes in body composition in PWH. To date, no studies have used anthropometry to estimate BMC in PWH. To propose and validate sex-specific anthropometric models to predict BMC in PWH. This cross-sectional study enrolled 104 PWH (64 males) aged >18 years at a local university hospital. BMC was measured using dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA). Anthropometric measures were collected. We used linear regression analysis to generate the models. Cross-validations were conducted using the “leave one out”, from the predicted residual error sum of squares (PRESS) method. Bland–Altman plots were used to explore distributions of errors. We proposed models with high coefficient of determination and reduced standard error of estimate for males (r2 = 0.70; SEE = 199.97 g; Q2PRESS = 0.67; SEEPRESS = 208.65 g) and females (r2 = 0.65; SEE = 220.96 g; Q2PRESS = 0.62; SEEPRESS = 221.90 g). Our anthropometric predictive models for BMC are valid, practical, and a low-cost alternative to monitoring bone health in PWH.
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Sabri, Nabilah, Nor Kamaliana Khamis, Chun Tee Ng, Mohd Faizal Mat Tahir, and Jailani Besar. "Effects of Anthropometric Towards Interface Pressure Variables and Design Optimization on the Car Seat." Jurnal Kejuruteraan 33, no. 4 (November 30, 2021): 969–79. http://dx.doi.org/10.17576/jkukm-2021-33(4)-19.
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The design optimisation of car seats is vital in ensuring comfort and safety whilst driving. The main aim of this study is to determine the relationship between anthropometric parameters, interface pressure on car seats and driver’s safety in a preferred driving position. A pressure-map sensor was used to identify the pressure patterns on the car seat. Results indicate significant relationships were found between interface pressure of car seat and certain anthropometrics dimension. A strong correlation was established amongst body mass, body mass index and interface pressure at certain body parts, with r of nearly 0.50. Majority of the anthropometric dimensions and interface pressure show medium correlations between 0.31 and 0.49. The established relationship helps to estimate the perceived comfort and safety related to the car seat design. Hence, this guideline can help to prevent driver’s fatigue by considering the elements of anthropometrics and interface pressure in the car seat design.
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Souza, Marilia Esteves Alves de, Maria Beatriz Tiezzi Vergara, Letícia Freire, Patrícia Pinto Saraiva, Amanda Creste Martins da Costa Ribeiro Risso, Rafaela Alponti Vendrame, and Claudio Lera Orsatti. "SUPPLEMENTATION WITH OZONIZED WATER DOES NOT ALTER THE CLINICAL, ANTHROPOMETRIC, AND OXIDATIVE STRESS PROFILE IN APPARENTLY HEALTHY INDIVIDUALS." Colloquium Vitae 13, no. 2 (March 15, 2022): 42–51. http://dx.doi.org/10.5747/10.5747/cv.2021.v13.n2.v330.
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To evaluate the effect of isolated supplementation of low-concentration ozonized water on the clinical, anthropometric, and inflammatory profile in apparently healthy individuals. A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial study to evaluate the effects of ozonized water supplementation in two concentrations (10µg/day and 16µg/day) in short-term (7days). Were performed with 66 male and female, over 18 years old. Anthropometric and clinical parameters were measured, serum levels of nitric oxide, manganese superoxide dismutase, glutathione peroxidase were assessed in serum using an immunoassay – ELISA. With average age of 24.2 years, composed of 54.2% males, 35.4% were undergoing hormone therapy and only 31.2% knew ozonized water. Anthropometrics, clinical and oxidative stress characteristics of study participants did not difference significant to time by group interaction (p>0.05). Supplementation of ozonated water in apparently healthy individuals has no short-term effects on evaluated parameters on anthropometric, clinical, and oxidative stress parameters.
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Machado, Dalmo, Sérgio Oikawa, and Valdir Barbanti. "The Multicomponent Anthropometric Model for Assessing Body Composition in a Male Pediatric Population: A Simultaneous Prediction of Fat Mass, Bone Mineral Content, and Lean Soft Tissue." Journal of Obesity 2013 (2013): 1–8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/428135.
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The aim of this study was to propose and cross-validate an anthropometric model for the simultaneous estimation of fat mass (FM), bone mineral content (BMC), and lean soft tissue (LST) using DXA as the reference method. A total of 408 boys (8–18 years) were included in this sample. Whole-body FM, BMC, and LST were measured by DXA and considered as dependent variables. Independent variables included thirty-two anthropometrics measurements and maturity offset determined by the Mirwald equation. From a multivariate regression model , a matrix analysis was performed resulting in a multicomponent anthropometric model. The cross-validation was executed through the sum of squares of residuals (PRESS) method. Five anthropometric variables predicted simultaneously FM, BMC, and LST. Cross-validation parameters indicated that the new model is accurate with high values ranging from 0.94 to 0.98 and standard error of estimate ranging from 0.01 to 0.09. The newly proposed model represents an alternative to accurately assess the body composition in male pediatric ages.
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Side, X., S. Mingtang, Z. Shuquan, M. Zhaomei, X. Yinzhi, L. Yujun, W. Jun, and J. Kui. "Anthropometric and dietary survey of elderly Chinese." British Journal of Nutrition 66, no. 3 (November 1991): 355–62. http://dx.doi.org/10.1079/bjn19910040.
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The study was conducted to provide reference values of anthropometry and dietary intakes of elderly Chinese aged ≥ 70 years and to investigate differences between urban and rural groups. A total of 441 subjects comprising 260 urban elderly (126 men and 134 women) and 181 rural elderly (83 men and 98 women) participated in the anthropometric study. One hundred subjects (50 men and 50 women) from both urban and rural locations were selected randomly from the anthropometric cohort for dietary survey using the method of diet recall. For both men and women, the urban elderly had significantly higher intakes of protein, fat, calcium, iron, retinol, thiamin, riboflavin and nicotinic acid than did the rural elderly. Significant sexual differences were also observed: men had higher intakes of total energy and three macronutrients than women. Both regional and sexual differences in anthropometry (but not blood pressure) seemed to be consistent with the results of the dietary survey. Positive correlations were found between systolic blood pressure and the ratio waist:hip circumference for both men and women. As a marker of adipose tissue distribution, it seemed that this ratio was more predictive of high blood pressure than body-weight.
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Bellingar, Teresa A., and Mark E. Benden. "New ANSI/BIFMA Standard for Testing of Educational Seating." Ergonomics in Design: The Quarterly of Human Factors Applications 23, no. 2 (April 2015): 23–27. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1064804613513899.
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The Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association published a new educational seating standard in 2012. (See the sidebar for BIFMA details.) Discussions during the development of this standard included the anthropometrics of children. These discussions showed that the large anthropometric databases available for children are outdated and do not represent the current student population. The standard was finalized following receipt of input from ergonomists on how children’s sizes have changed, but it does not cover the ergonomic design of seating for children. A current large-scale anthropometric data set for children would have been beneficial in developing loads in the standard as well as in recommending sizes for educational furniture.
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Hsiao, Hongwei. "Anthropometric Procedures for Protective Equipment Sizing and Design." Human Factors: The Journal of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society 55, no. 1 (November 30, 2012): 6–35. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0018720812465640.
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Objectives: This article presented four anthropometric theories (univariate, bivariate/probability distribution, multivariate, and shape-based methods) for protective equipment design decisions. Background: While the significance of anthropometric information for product design is well recognized, designers continue to face challenges in selecting efficient anthropometric data processing methods and translating the acquired information into effective product designs. Methods: For this study, 100 farm tractor operators, 3,718 respirator users, 951 firefighters, and 816 civilian workers participated in four studies on the design of tractor roll-over protective structures (ROPS), respirator test panels, fire truck cabs, and fall-arrest harnesses, respectively. Their anthropometry and participant-equipment interfaces were evaluated. Results: Study 1 showed a need to extend the 90-cm vertical clearance for tractor ROPS in the current industrial standards to 98.3 to 101.3 cm. Study 2 indicated that current respirator test panel would have excluded 10% of the male firefighter population; a systematic adjustment to the boundaries of test panel cells was suggested. Study 3 provided 24 principal component analysis-based firefighter body models to facilitate fire truck cab design. Study 4 developed an improved gender-based fall-arrest harness sizing scheme to supplant the current unisex system. Conclusions: This article presented four anthropometric approaches and a six-step design paradigm for ROPS, respirator test panel, fire truck cab, and fall-arrest harness applications, which demonstrated anthropometric theories and practices for defining protective equipment fit and sizing schemes. Applications: The study provided a basis for equipment designers, standards writers, and industry manufacturers to advance anthropometric applications for product design and improve product efficacy.
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Layec, Gwenael, Massimo Venturelli, Eun-Kee Jeong, and Russell S. Richardson. "The validity of anthropometric leg muscle volume estimation across a wide spectrum: From able-bodied adults to individuals with a spinal cord injury." Journal of Applied Physiology 116, no. 9 (May 1, 2014): 1142–47. http://dx.doi.org/10.1152/japplphysiol.01120.2013.
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The assessment of muscle volume, and changes over time, have significant clinical and research-related implications. Methods to assess muscle volume vary from simple and inexpensive to complex and expensive. Therefore this study sought to examine the validity of muscle volume estimated simply by anthropometry compared with the more complex proton magnetic resonance imaging (1H-MRI) across a wide spectrum of individuals including those with a spinal cord injury (SCI), a group recognized to exhibit significant muscle atrophy. Accordingly, muscle volume of the thigh and lower leg of eight subjects with a SCI and eight able-bodied subjects (controls) was determined by anthropometry and 1H-MRI. With either method, muscle volumes were significantly lower in the SCI compared with the controls ( P < 0.05) and, using pooled data from both groups, anthropometric measurements of muscle volume were strongly correlated to the values assessed by 1H-MRI in both the thigh (r2 = 0.89; P < 0.05) and lower leg (r2 = 0.98; P < 0.05). However, the anthropometric approach systematically overestimated muscle volume compared with 1H-MRI in both the thigh (mean bias = 2407cm3) and the lower (mean bias = 170 cm3) leg. Thus with an appropriate correction for this systemic overestimation, muscle volume estimated from anthropometric measurements is a valid approach and provides acceptable accuracy across a spectrum of adults with normal muscle mass to a SCI and severe muscle atrophy. In practical terms this study provides the formulas that add validity to the already simple and inexpensive anthropometric approach to assess muscle volume in clinical and research settings.
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Dimitrijevic, Marko, Verica Paunovic, Vladimir Zivkovic, Sergey Bolevich, and Vladimir Jakovljevic. "Body Fat Evaluation in Male Athletes from Combat Sports by Comparing Anthropometric, Bioimpedance, and Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry Measurements." BioMed Research International 2022 (September 5, 2022): 1–8. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2022/3456958.
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Multiple anthropometric equations have been developed aiming to provide accurate and affordable assessment of body fat composition in male athletes. This study examined correlations of values obtained from seventeen different anthropometric equations to DXA as well as BIA and DXA values. Male athletes ( n = 101 ) from three different combat sports, wrestling ( n = 33 ), judo ( n = 35 ), and kickboxing ( n = 33 ), with an average age of 20.9 ± 4.2 were included. Body fat percentage was estimated using anthropometry, BIA, and DXA. Correlations between anthropometric methods and DXA, as well as BIA and DXA, were determined using Spearman’s rank correlation. Sixteen out of seventeen estimates of body fat percentages using existing anthropometric equations showed strong positive correlation with the values derived from DXA measurements ( r = 0.569 − 0.909 ). The highest correlation was observed using the equation derived by Yuhasz, r = 0.909 , followed by the equations from Oliver et al., Evans et al., Faulkner, and Thorland et al. ( r ≈ 0.9 ). Statistical analysis of body fat percentages from DXA and BIA measurements also showed high positive correlation ( r = 0.710 ). Correlation of seventeen anthropometric equations with BIA and DXA methods revealed that equations by Yuhasz, Oliver et al., Evans et al., Faulkner, and Thorland et al. are suitable alternative for assessing body fat percentage among male athletes from combat sports, showing even stronger correlation than BIA method.
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Kaeuper, Margaret. "Craniofacial Measurements in a Home-Based Public Health Study." Practicing Anthropology 21, no. 1 (January 1, 1999): 40–43. http://dx.doi.org/10.17730/praa.21.1.bq22775wj36x347t.
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Colleagues in nursing were puzzled when I told them I would be trained by an anthropologist to take anthropometric craniofacial measurements. As it turned out my new colleagues in anthropology were also surprised to find how well my training in public health nursing facilitated the successful collection of data. Young children are notoriously difficult subjects for the anthropometrist, yet the procedures used were, in kind, no different from what nurses routinely ask of a child. Thus, my previous experience as a public health nurse specializing in maternal child health allowed me to develop several useful strategies that resulted in successful collection of anthropometric data from over 1300 infants, with follow-up of some at one year and three years of age. As so often, cross-disciplinary approaches produce useful results, in this case the synthesis of an anthropometric methodology and a public health nurse's understanding of children and mothers.
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Stankeviča, Jekaterina, Liāna Pļaviņa, and Silvija Umbraško. "Anthropometrics parameters for Latvian women in the age over 40 years." Papers on Anthropology 26, no. 2 (September 18, 2017): 136. http://dx.doi.org/10.12697/poa.2017.26.2.14.
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The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends the anthropometrics parameters for the evaluation of overweight and obesity in adult population that is one of the risk factor for metabolic disorders and cardio-vascular pathology. The target of our study is to describe the variations of anthropometric parameters of the Latvian women population. The present paper includes the analysis of data of 200 women in the age 40–65 years. We evaluated the anthropometrics indicators in Latvian women in the age over 40 years, various somatometric measurements – height (cm), the body mass (kg), the circumference of the waist and hips (cm) – and calculated the mean parameters, the Body Mass Index and the Waist Hip Ratio. The respondents of the study group were divided into five age subgroups. We provided the analysis of anthropometric data, compared them with the data from other European countries. We have fixed the high prevalence of overweight and obesity in the examined women groups and proposed potential activities to reduce them.
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Salinas, Alberto Morales, and Antonio Coca. "Ergo-anthropometric Assessment." Mayo Clinic Proceedings 84, no. 10 (October 2009): 940–41. http://dx.doi.org/10.4065/84.10.940-a.
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Al-Qattan, Mohammad M., Sahar S. Aldakhil, Turki S. Al-Hassan, and Abdulah Al-Qahtani. "Anthropometric Breast Measurement." Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Global Open 7, no. 8 (August 2019): e2326. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/gox.0000000000002326.
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John, Dane St, John B. Mulliken, Leonard B. Kaban, and Bonnie L. Padwa. "Omission: Anthropometric analysis." Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 63, no. 3 (March 2005): 419. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.joms.2004.12.012.
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Harstad, Timothy W., P. H. Buschang, Bertis B. Little, Rigoberto Santos-Ramos, Diane Twickler, and Charles E. L. Brown. "Ultrasound anthropometric reliability." Journal of Clinical Ultrasound 22, no. 9 (November 1994): 531–34. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jcu.1870220903.
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Azodo, Adinife Patrick, Olasunkanmi Salami Isamaila, and Sampson Chisa Owhor. "FITNESS AND COMFORT ASSESSMENT OF FOOTWEAR: AN ANTHROPOMETRIC APPRAISAL." Journal of Engineering Science 28, no. 3 (September 2021): 80–86. http://dx.doi.org/10.52326/jes.utm.2021.28(3).06.
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Suitability determination of any product designed for specific types of consumers is possible through the effective use of anthropometric information. This study assessed anthropometric data utilization in footwear designs and patterns as an indicator of fitness and comfort in footwear production. The data collected for analysis were the length and the breadth dimensions of footwear design pattern from eighteen footwear cottage shops and the foot anthropometric parameter from a total of four hundred and thirty-three (433) (males (226) and females (207)) subjects. The instrumentation design for the data collection was a digital vernier caliper (model Mitutoyo 500-506-10). The analysis of the foot anthropometry dimension and the design footwear pattern data obtained showed a lack of bilateral symmetry for the male and female gender. The fitness and comfortable foot support function of the footwear analyzed using a paired samples t-test between the footwear design pattern dimensions, and the foot anthropometric parameters disclosed p > 0.05 in all cases – not significant. This study concluded that tailoring a product design to the users’ population reduces the mismatch challenges, grants fitness, and comfort to the users.
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Hassan, Nayera E., Sahar A. El-Masry, Salwa M. Elshebini, Muhamed Al-Tohamy, Nihad H. Ahmed, Enas Abdel Rasheed, Gamila SM El-Saeed, Nagwa M. Hassan, Emad N. Zikri, and Mohamed S. El Hussieny. "Comparison of Three Protocols: Dietary Therapy and Physical Activity, Acupuncture, or Laser Acupuncture in Management of Obese Females." Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences 2, no. 2 (April 16, 2014): 191–97. http://dx.doi.org/10.3889/oamjms.2014.030.
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AIM: The aim of this study was to compare efficiency of three types of obesity management protocols: dietary measures and physical activity; acupuncture or laser acupuncture with healthy diet among obese females.SUBJECTS AND METHODS: Randomized longitudinal prospective study, carried out on 76 adult females. Blood pressure, anthropometric, ultrasonographic and biochemical assessments were done.RESULTS: Females undergo nutritional intervention showed highly significant improvement in the anthropometric measurements, visceral fat at umbilicus by US and diastolic blood pressure (decreased), and insignificant differences in fasting blood sugar and lipid profile. Female undergo acupuncture intervention showed highly significant improvement in visceral fat by US, lipid profile (decreased triglycerides, total cholesterol and LDL, and increased HDL), and decreased fasting blood sugar, and insignificant differences in the anthropometric measurements. Those undergo laser intervention showed highly significant improvement in all anthropometric measurements under study, visceral fat at umbilicus by US, blood pressure and some parameters of lipid profile (decreased total cholesterol and LDL). CONCLUSIONS: Nutritional intervention alone could be used to reduce weight if the lipid profile within normal range, but if it is impaired, acupuncture should be used beside. To strength the reduction in body anthropometry, laser intervention was recommended beside the nutritional intervention.
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Waskito, Budi Arief. "Penyebab Perubahan Ketebalan Carotid Intima-Media." Jurnal Ilmiah Kedokteran Wijaya Kusuma 6, no. 1 (March 2, 2018): 34. http://dx.doi.org/10.30742/jikw.v6i1.326.
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Atherosclerosis causes significant morbidity and mortality. Carotid intima-media thickness (CIMT) can predict the onset of cardiovascular and ischemic stroke in the future. CIMT, the measurement of atherosclerosis, is determined in vivo using carotid ultrasound. CIMT is associated with traditional cardiovascular risk factors such as age, sex, race, smoking habits, alcohol consumption, exercise habits, blood pressure, dyslipidemia, dietary patterns, medications used, glycemia, hyperuricemia, anthropometric parameters associated with obesity. In addition, CIMT is also associated with novel risk factors, ie genotypes, cardiovascular anthropometry parameters, rheumatoid arthritis, immunologic diseases, inflammatory cytokines, lipid peroxidation, chemocyte anthropometric parameters, infectious diseases, vitamin D, matrix metalloproteinases, and other diseases
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Amra, Aryani Atiyatul, Fithria Aldy, Bidasari Lubis, and Elyani Rahman. "The Effect of Anthropometry on Refractive Error and Ocular Biometry in Children with β Thalassemia Major." Open Access Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences 9, T3 (May 14, 2021): 64–67. http://dx.doi.org/10.3889/oamjms.2021.6280.
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AIM: The objective of the study was to evaluate the effect of anthropometry on refractive error and ocular biometry in children with β-thalassemia major. METHOD: This study was an analytical observational with a cross-sectional design which conducted in 1 day care thalassemia pediatric Department and Ophthalmology Department of North Sumatera University Hospital from February to April 2019. The study included 44 children with β-thalassemia major. RESULTS: Anthropometric analysis of refractive errors did not show a significant correlation, whereas anthropometric analysis on biometry showed a significant correlation between height and axial length of the right eye (p = 0.004) and left eye (p = 0.043), then showed significant correlations between height and anterior chamber depth of the right eye (p = 0.027) and left eye (p = 0.016). CONCLUSION: Height affects the axial length and anterior chamber depth, but there are no anthropometric variables that affect refractive errors in this study.
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Pashkova, I. G. "Anthropometric Markers of Postmenopausal Bone Mineralization Disorders." Journal of Anatomy and Histopathology 7, no. 4 (January 11, 2019): 45–49. http://dx.doi.org/10.18499/2225-7357-2018-7-4-45-49.
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Thepurposeof the study was to identify anthropometric factors determining the state of bone mineral density in lumbar vertebrae in postmenopausal women.Material and methods. Anthropometry was used to determine the component composition of the body in 191 postmenopausal women aged 43 to 84 years. Bone mineral density of lumbar vertebrae was assessed by x-ray densitometry. Correlation analysis was carried out to identify the relationship between the studied parameters.Results. The frequency of occurrence of mineral density disorders of lumbar vertebrae was 63.4%, including osteopenia – 40.3%, osteoporosis – 23.1%. In persons with overweight and obesity, osteopenia was more often recorded (2.2 and 4 times, respectively), in women with normal body weight, osteoporosis was more frequent (1.2 times). Values of anthropometric parameters and component composition of the body were statistically significantly lower in women with osteopenia and osteoporosis.Conclusion. It was found that the anthropometric markers determining the mineral density of bone tissue of lumbar vertebrae in postmenopausal women may be body weight, body mass index, body surface area, muscle mass and fat mass.
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Joshi, Hem Chandra, and Sapna Mandoli. "Physical and Anthropometric Comparison of Selected Team Games University Players." Asian Pacific Journal of Health Sciences 9, no. 2 (April 1, 2022): 114–16. http://dx.doi.org/10.21276/apjhs.2022.9.2.23.
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The purpose of the study was to compare the Anthropometric measurements and physical fitness components among team games. The subject for this study were forty-five (n = 45) male players in which fifteen of were handball sports, and remaining fifteen-fifteen were of Basketball and Volleyball sports. The subjects selected for the study were all India university players. The variables selected for the study under Anthropometric measurements were shoulder width, arm length, elbow breadth, waist circumference, calf circumference, and leg length whereas physical fitness components were speed, agility, explosive leg strength, and flexibility. All three selected groups were assessed for the anthropometric measurements as well as the physical variables required for the comparison using standardized procedure recommended by established literature. Data were analyzed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences and the descriptive statistics were expressed as mean (SD) and standard deviation for each variable, while ANOVA test was applied to compare the groups on the basis of selected parameters. The results showed no significant difference in all selected anthropometric as well as the physical parameters except flexibility (F = 3.709; P = 0.033) at 0.05 alpha level and the researcher concluded on the basis of results that because of symmetricity in movement patterns in the court as well as the same nature of activity and anthropometric similarity (Height) did not create much difference in all selected anthropometrical and physical performance parameters while comparing handball, basketball, and volleyball players all together.