Stadiometer
Stadiometer
A Stadiometer (pronunciation: /stædiˈɒmɪtər/) is a piece of medical equipment used for measuring the height of a person. The term originates from the Greek words "stadion", which means a unit of length, and "metron", meaning measure.
Usage
A stadiometer is typically found in a doctor's office, hospital, or school where routine physical examinations are conducted. It is often used in conjunction with a weighing scale to determine a person's BMI.
Types of Stadiometers
There are two main types of stadiometers: mechanical and digital.
- Mechanical Stadiometers: These are the traditional type of stadiometers, which consist of a ruler and a sliding horizontal rod. The person stands against the ruler and the rod is adjusted to rest on top of their head. The height is then read from the ruler.
- Digital Stadiometers: These are modern stadiometers that use ultrasonic or infrared sensors to measure height. The person stands under the sensor and the height is displayed on a digital screen.
Related Terms
- Anthropometry: The scientific study of the measurements and proportions of the human body.
- Body Mass Index (BMI): A measure that uses your height and weight to work out if your weight is healthy.
- Growth chart: A chart showing the developmental milestones of a child from birth to adulthood.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Stadiometer
- Wikipedia's article - Stadiometer
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