Gul Maria, Muhammad Asif, Noreen Farid, M. Khattak, Riffat Masood, Anwaar Ahmed
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Objective: Aim of this study was to find out correlation between arm span length and height. The regression equation obtained will be used to estimate height from arm span length. Method: Study design: cross sectional study. Study sample: 108 male students of Sialkot medical college. Sampling Technique: Non probability purposive sampling technique was used to select the samples. Selection criteria: Male students of Sialkot medical college having no deformity of limbs and vertebral column were selected. Collection of data: Standing height was measured in inches. Arm span length was measured by extending arms. Statistical analysis: SPSS version 25 was used to perform statistical analysis. Correlation coefficient and regression equation was obtained. Tables and graphs were made. Results: The value of Pearson correlation coefficient was 0.846. A statistically positive very strong and significant correlation was found between height and arm span length. Conclusion: The results of this study indicate that arm span length can be used to estimate standing height. The regression equation can be used to predict standing height in a person who can not stand up. Keywords: Arm span length, height, Pearson correlation coefficient. How to cite: Maria G, Asif M, Farid N, Khattak A, Masood R, Ahmed A. Correlation Between Arm Span Length and Height. Esculapio - JSIMS 2022;18(01):52-55.