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How do respiratory state and measurement method affect bra size calculations?
1Biomechanics Research Laboratory, University of Wollongong, Northfields Ave, Wollongong, Australia. dmcghee@uow.edu.au
British Journal of Sports Medicine
|October 6, 2006
Summary
Bra size measurements are significantly impacted by breathing. Standard bra sizing methods may be inaccurate; a new method using breast hemi-circumference is suggested for better accuracy.
Area of Science:
- Apparel science
- Biomechanical engineering
- Human physiology
Background:
- Accurate bra sizing is crucial for comfort and breast health.
- Current bra sizing methods may not account for physiological variations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the influence of respiratory state on bra size.
- To compare the accuracy of different bra measurement techniques.
Main Methods:
- Measured bra sizes of 16 large-breasted women.
- Recorded measurements during inspiration and expiration.
- Compared two sizing methods against self-reported sizes.
Main Results:
- Respiratory state and measurement method significantly altered bra size.
- Inspiration measurements increased band size and decreased cup size.
- Breast hemi-circumference method showed higher accuracy for cup size.
Conclusions:
- Standardizing respiratory state in bra measurements is recommended.
- The breast hemi-circumference method shows promise for accurate cup sizing.
- Further development of a comprehensive bra sizing method is warranted.
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