This instrument consists of a calibrated, vertical rod to which are attached two horizontal arms (one fixed and one movable) for measuring the human trunk and limbs.
Research Articles:
Bauer, J. A., & Duke, L. M. (2011). Examining Biomechanical and Anthropometrical Factors as Contributors to Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome. Sport Science Review, 20(1/2), 39-53.
O'Meara, D., Vanwanseele, B., Hunt, A., & Smith, R. (2010). The Reliability and Validity of a Three-Camera Foot Image System for Obtaining Foot Anthropometrics. Journal of Applied Biomechanics, 26(3), 349-356.
This monitor calculates body fat percentage (using bioelectric impedance analysis (BIA)) by sending a safe, low-level electrical signal through the body.
Specifications:
| Capacity | 300lb / 136kg |
| Graduation | 0.5lb / 0.2kg |
| Fat Percentage | 0.5% |
| Power Supply | AA-size dry battery |
| Measuring Current | 50 kHZ 500μA |
For measuring weight with a maximum capacity of 200kg and graduation of 100g.
Specifications:
| Measurement | Electrical resistance method |
| Maximum Capacity | 200 kg / 400 lb |
| Graduation | 100g / 0.2 lb |
| Power Supply | 6 LR6-size dry batteries |
| Size of Platform | 301 x 336(mm) |
Research Articles:
Bacchi, E., Bonin, C., Zanolin, M. E., Zambotti, F., Livornese, D., Donà, S. & Moghetti, P. (2016). Physical Activity Patterns in Normal-Weight and Overweight/Obese Pregnant Women. Plos One, 11(11). doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0166254
Larsen, S. C., Fahrenkrug, J., Olsen, N. J., & Heitmann, B. L. (2016). Association between Hair Cortisol Concentration and Adiposity Measures among Children and Parents from the “Healthy Start” Study. Plos One, 11(9). doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0163639
Mortensen, C., Damsgaard, C. T., Hauger, H., Ritz, C., Lanham-New, S. A., Smith, T. J. & Molgaard, C. (2016). Estimation of the dietary requirement for vitamin D in white children aged 4-8 y: a randomized, controlled, dose-response trial. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 104(5), 1310-1317. doi:10.3945/ajcn.116.136697
Manufactured from stable, easy-care aluminium profile, this stadiometer measures height. The measuring slide is made of plastic and can be folded.
Specifications:
| Measurement Range | 60 - 200cm |
| Graduation | 1mm |
| Dimensions | 55(W) x 784(H) x 34(D) mm |
| Weight | 700g |
Research Articles:
Mayol-Kreiser, S. N., Garcia-Turner, V. M., & Johnston, C. S. (2015). Examining the utility of a laser device for measuring height in free-living adults and children. Nutrition Journal, 14(1), 1-5. doi:10.1186/s12937-015-0082-4
Zararsız, G., Çiçek, B., Kondolot, M., Mazıcıoğlu, M. M., Öztürk, A., & Kurtoğlu, S. (2017). Comparison of Updated Weight and Height Percentiles with Previous References in 6-17-Year-Old Children in Kayseri, Turkey. Journal of Clinical Research In Pediatric Endocrinology, 9(1), 39-47. doi:10.4274/jcrpe.3482
This device measures the skinfold thickness of the layer of fat just under the skin and the results are then used to determine the percentage of body fat by validated equations.
Specifications:
| Measurement Range | 50mm |
| 50mm | 0.2mm |
Research Articles:
Beam, J. R., & Szymanski, D. J. (2010). Validity of 2 skinfold calipers in estimating percent body fat of college-aged men and women. Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research (Lippincott Williams & Wilkins), 24(12), 3448-3456. doi:10.1519/JSC.0b013e3181bde1fe
Kalichman, L., Magram, I., & Reitblat, T. (2014). Evaluation of digital and skinfold caliper measurements of the Achilles tendon width...including commentary by R Kearney. International Journal of Therapy & Rehabilitation, 21(11), 511-515.
Stevens-Simon, C., Thureen, P., Barrett, J., & Stamm, E. (2001). Skinfold caliper and ultrasound assessments of change in the distribution of subcutaneous fat during adolescent pregnancy. International Journal of Obesity & Related Metabolic Disorders, 25(9), 1340.