RESEARCH DATABASE

InBody Scholar

InBody continues to work closely with academic researchers on a global scale to develop more in-depth clinical applications of body composition. With our long history in the industry, we provide more than 7,000 research publications.

Printable list of studies

Use the search box below to find key terms in research papers. For category-specific or recommended results, use the dropdown lists provided.
Research title with ★ indicates InBody recommended paper.

The impact of obesity on foot morphology in women aged 48 years or older

Endocrinology
Author
Kristína Tománková et al.
Used Parameters : PBF

Publication Year : 2015

Country : Czech

Journal : Acta Gymnica

Background: Obesity is major risk factor for many diseases within society and represents extensive loads for the feet which lead to various foot disorders and deformities. Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of obesity as represented by percent body fat (PBF) on foot morphology. Methods: The study sample included 139 Czech women aged 48–69 years. The women were divided into two groups by PBF: non-obese women (NOW)(n= 66; PBF< 35%) and obese women (OW)(n= 73; PBF> 35%). Measurements …
Full text