Book Description

Abstract: Anthropometric and goniometric (angle) measurements from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (HANES) 1971-75 are reported. Methods for collecting data are described (trained technicians took measurements from the right side at different points). Anthropometric measurements reported include triceps and subscapular skinfolds, upper arm girth, and elbow breadth. Goniometric measurements are extension of right and left hip, abduction of right and left hip, flexion of right and left hip, internal and external rotation of right and left hip, and flexion of right and left knee. Mean, standard deviations and percentile of data are given in tabular form. Figures are used for smoothed percentiles of specific measurements. (rkm).