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Análisis de la coordinación motora por índice de masa corporal y sexo en escolares de Chile

La investigación tuvo como objetivo analizar la relación entre la Coordinación Motora (CM) con el Índice de Masa Corporal en escolares chilenos de entre 7 y 9 años. El estudio fue observacional de corte transversal, con características descriptivas y correlacionales. Se evaluaron a 180 escolares (9...

Evaluación antropométrica y condición física en población con síndrome de Down: estudio longitudinal en un lapso de 10 años

MHSalud; 20 (2), 2023
Resumen Introducción: Aunque existe consenso en cuanto a que la condición física de las personas con síndrome de Down es más baja que la de sus homólogas sin discapacidad, se desconoce el comportamiento específico de esta variable durante el ciclo vital. Objetivo: Determinar el comportamiento de...

Variation in mandible shape and size due to osteoporosis: Geometric morphometrics study

Objective: Assessing whether it is possible screening women with osteoporosis through geometric morphometrics based on panoramic x-ray. Materials and Methods: Leukoderma women, after menopause, 40 years old (or older), with confirmed medical diagnosis of presence, or absence, of osteoporosis through bone...

Anthropometric Similarities and Differences in Children of Aymara and Non-Aymara Descent in Northern Chile: Implications for Health and Development

Int. j. morphol; 41 (5), 2023
SUMMARY: This study aims to assess the nutritional status of Aymara and non-Aymara children in Arica, comparing anthropometric measurements of boys and girls aged 4-10 to inform interventions for child health and development. We conducted a non-experimental, quantitative, cross-sectional study in Arica, ...

Relación entre la Composición Corporal, Condición Física y Capacidad Operativa en Militares Chilenos

Int. j. morphol; 41 (5), 2023
La composición corporal engloba una serie de variables relacionadas con la salud e influye en la condición física. A pesar de ello, existe poca evidencia sobre sus efectos en la capacidad operativa en militares. El objetivo de este estudio fue relacionar la composición corporal, la condición física...

Relationship of vitamin D with the anthropometric indicators and lifestyle of adults. Medellín. Colombia

Introduction: Serum vitamin D levels depend on sunlight, diet, and other factors. Objective: We aimed to determine serum vitamin D levels and evaluate their relationship with anthropometric indicators and lifestyle habits in apparently healthy volunteers. Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional st...

Morphological Characteristics of Elite Female Volleyball Players Under 19

Int. j. morphol; 41 (4), 2023
SUMMARY: The aim of the article is to determine the differences in morphological characteristics and jumping abilities between female volleyball players who play for different national teams. The sample consists of 48 elite female volleyball players from four different national teams which participated i...

3D Foot Anthropometric Measurements Under Two Weight- Bearing Conditions for Ergonomic Design of Foot-Related Products

Int. j. morphol; 41 (4), 2023
SUMMARY: This study collected 3D models of the left and right feet from 317 Chinese youth (155 females and 162 males) under half weight-bearing and no weight-bearing conditions. Thirteen dimensions and one angle were taken for each sample. By measuring 13 foot dimensions and 1 angle, this study comprehen...

Anthropometric Characteristics, Handgrip Strength, and Upper Limb Asymmetries in Highly Trained Chilean Shot Put Para-Athletes

Int. j. morphol; 41 (4), 2023
SUMMARY: Anthropometric characteristics, including body size, shape, and composition, can have a significant impact on sports performance due to their influence on various physiological and biomechanical factors. However, limited research has been conducted on the anthropometric characteristics of highly...

Physical Fitness Parameters of Elite Chinese Male Canoe Slalom Paddlers

Int. j. morphol; 41 (4), 2023
SUMMARY: This study aimed to investigate the physical fitness parameters of elite Chinese male canoe slalom athletes and explore the corresponding training strategies. Eight elite male slalom kayakers from the Chinese national team were selected as research subjects. The following parameters were measure...