Concurrent validity of calipers and ultrasound imaging to measure interrecti distance.

@article{Chiarello2013ConcurrentVO,
  title={Concurrent validity of calipers and ultrasound imaging to measure interrecti distance.},
  author={Cynthia Michelle Chiarello and J. Adrienne McAuley},
  journal={The Journal of orthopaedic and sports physical therapy},
  year={2013},
  volume={43 7},
  pages={
          495-503
        }
}
  • C. Chiarello, J. McAuley
  • Published 27 August 2013
  • Medicine
  • The Journal of orthopaedic and sports physical therapy
Key MethodSTUDY DESIGN Clinical measurement, concurrent validity criterion standard. OBJECTIVE To determine the concurrent validity of digital nylon calipers in comparison to ultrasound imaging (USI) for the measurement of interrecti distance (IRD). BACKGROUND Diastasis rectus abdominis is the abnormal increase in the width of the linea alba, measured as IRD. A diastasis rectus abdominis can compromise mechanical trunk function in both genders. IRD has been accurately measured with USI but requires…
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