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"Foot length--A functional parameter for assessment of height".
Rohini M Pawar1, Mohan N Pawar
1Department of Anatomy, Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan Medical College and Hospital, Shiruvachur, Perambalur, Tamilnadu 621212, India. pawarrohini78@rediffmail.com
Foot (Edinburgh, Scotland)
|January 28, 2012
Summary
Footprint dimensions correlate with height, enabling personal identification. This study establishes regression equations for estimating height from footprints in males and females aged 19-23.
Area of Science:
- Forensic Science
- Anthropometry
- Dermatoglyphics
Background:
- Footprints possess unique dimensions, making them valuable for personal identification.
- Foot and footprint measurements show a correlation with an individual's stature.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the correlation between foot/footprint dimensions and height.
- To derive regression equations for height estimation based on footprint data.
Main Methods:
- Dermatoglyphic footprints from 100 males and 100 females (aged 19-23) were collected.
- Foot length (from footprint) and erect height were measured for each individual.
- Regression analysis was employed to determine the correlation and derive equations.
Main Results:
- Regression equations were established for both male and female subjects.
- Specific constants and beta coefficients were determined for each gender.
- Statistically significant 't' values confirmed the reliability of the derived equations.
Conclusions:
- Footprint dimensions provide a reliable basis for estimating an individual's height.
- The derived regression equations can be utilized for gender-specific height estimation.
- This research contributes to forensic and anthropometric identification methods.
