- MFR:
- 5028
- Medex SKU:
- SMP-5028
- Packing Info:
- 1/Each
- Usually Ships:
- 3 - 5 Business Days
- Freight Quote Button:
- False
Description
Key Features:
Accurate Measurement: The caliper is designed to provide precise measurements of skinfold thickness. This is the primary function of the tool.
Spring-Loaded Arms: The caliper arms are spring-loaded to apply a constant and standard pressure to the skinfold, ensuring consistent and reproducible measurements.
Durable Construction: It is typically made from lightweight aluminum, making it both durable for repeated use in a clinical setting and easy to handle.
Clear Scale: The caliper features a clear, easy-to-read scale, allowing clinicians to quickly and accurately read the measurement.
Ergonomic Design: It often includes a contoured handgrip with a safety strap, which makes the caliper comfortable to hold and use for extended periods.
Uses:
The Jamar Medical Skinfold Caliper is a standard tool for body composition analysis and is used in a variety of professional settings:
Nutritional Assessment: It is used by dietitians and nutritionists to assess a person's body fat percentage and to track changes in body composition over time, which is important for weight management and health monitoring.
Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation: Therapists may use the caliper to evaluate a patient's body composition as part of a comprehensive assessment. It can help identify imbalances or monitor the effectiveness of a rehabilitation program.
Athletic Training and Fitness: Coaches and trainers use the caliper to assess an athlete's body fat percentage and to track changes in body composition, which can be useful for performance optimization and conditioning programs.
Research and Academia: The caliper is a common tool in research studies related to anthropometry, human physiology, and body composition.