Estimation of Human Height from Hand Dimensions: A South Indian Study

Charmode, Sundip; Pujari, Dinanath; Kadlimatti, HS

doi:10.21088/ija.2320.0022.8319.7

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“…[3] Stature can be defined as the natural height of a person in erect position, and it is determined by many factors such as genetic and environmental factors. [4] The present study was undertaken to estimate any correlation between stature and hand dimensions by measuring stature as well as different lengths and breadths of hand in the South Indian population. [5]…”

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Estimation of Stature from Hand Dimensions

Shreeya R,

Magendran Chandran

2021

Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology

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Background:The objective of this study was to estimate stature from hand dimensions in the South Indian population. It is a very useful tool in forensic anthropology where only incomplete skeletal remains or mutilated limbs are present. Method:The study was done using standard measuring apparatus such as stadiometer to measure stature, and vernier callipers to measure hand length, palm length, hand breadth, and maximum hand breadth, and included both males and females. Regression formula and correlation was derived between hand measurements and stature.Results: In this study, regression formula is derived with eight variables generalized for both males and females, S= 63.686+7.466RHL-2.298LHL-4.698RPL+3.697LPL+6.160RHB-9.622LHB+2.810RMHB+1.708LMHB ± 6.55977. Linear Regression equation for males and females have been derived separately with each of the hand parameters. Conclusion:In conclusion, hand measurements can be an effective tool in estimating stature for individuals above 18 years of age.

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