Flexible Tape is an Appropriate Tool for Knee Height Measurement and Stature Estimation of Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Abstract

Anthropometric assessments are essential for determination of nutritional status (1). For example, researchers have identified height and weight as important variables in predictive equations for determining body composition (2,3) and energy needs (4). To conduct nutrition screenings and assessments, clinicians need accurate, efficient, and practical anthropometric data collection strategies.