{"product_id":"handbook-of-anthropometry-physical-measures-of-human-form-in-health-and-disease-9781493939855","title":"Handbook of Anthropometry: Physical Measures of Human Form in Health and Disease","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Victor R. Preedy\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Springer\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Springer\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Administration\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom the Back Cover\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlthough its underlying concept is a relatively simple one--the measurement of the human body and its parts--anthropometry employs a myriad of methods and instruments, and is useful for a variety of purposes, from understanding the impact of disease on individuals to tracking changes in populations over time. The first interdisciplinary reference on the subject, the \u003ci\u003eHandbook of Anthropometry\u003c\/i\u003e brings this wide-ranging field together: basic theory and highly specialized topics in normal and abnormal anthropometry in terms of health, disease prevention, and intervention. Over 140 self-contained chapters cover up-to-date indices, the latest studies on computerized methods, shape-capturing systems, and bioelectrical impedance, data concerning single tissues and whole-body variables, and reports from different areas of the world. Chapters feature helpful charts and illustrations, cross-references to related chapters are included, and key points are presented in bullet form for ease of comprehension. Together, the \u003ci\u003eHandbook\u003c\/i\u003e's thirteen\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003esections entail all major aspects of anthropometrical practice and research, including: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Tools and techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Developmental stages, from fetus to elder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Genetic diseases, metabolic diseases, and cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Exercise and nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Ethnic, cultural, and geographic populations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Special conditions and circumstances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eHandbook of Anthropometry\u003c\/i\u003e is an invaluable addition to the reference libraries of a broad spectrum of health professionals, among them health scientists, physicians, physiologists, nutritionists, dieticians, nurses, public health researchers, epidemiologists, exercise physiologists, and physical therapists. It is also useful to college-level students and faculty in the health disciplines, as well as to policymakers and ergonomists. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Springer","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":45274215710871,"sku":"9781493939855","price":62432.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781493939855.webp?v=1769279243","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/handbook-of-anthropometry-physical-measures-of-human-form-in-health-and-disease-9781493939855","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}