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Arm Span[edit]

The arm span is a measurement of the length from the tip of one middle finger to the tip of the other middle finger when the arms are outstretched horizontally. This measurement is often used as an indicator of a person's height and is particularly useful in situations where height cannot be measured directly.

Measurement Technique[edit]

To measure arm span, the individual should stand with their back against a wall, arms extended horizontally at shoulder height. The measurement is taken from fingertip to fingertip, ensuring that the arms are fully extended and parallel to the ground. It is important to keep the shoulders relaxed and not elevated during the measurement.

Clinical Significance[edit]

Arm span is often used in clinical settings to estimate height in patients who are unable to stand, such as those with scoliosis, cerebral palsy, or other conditions affecting mobility. It is also used in the assessment of certain genetic conditions, such as Marfan syndrome, where the arm span may exceed the height.

Arm Span to Height Ratio[edit]

In most individuals, the arm span is approximately equal to their height. However, variations can occur due to genetic and environmental factors. The arm span to height ratio can provide insights into growth patterns and potential health issues. A significantly greater arm span compared to height may indicate underlying medical conditions.

Applications in Sports[edit]

In sports, arm span is often referred to as "wingspan" and is a critical measurement in activities such as basketball, swimming, and boxing. Athletes with a longer wingspan may have an advantage in reaching, striking, or swimming efficiency.

Related Pages[edit]

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-== Apocrypha ==
+== Arm Span ==
-The term '''Apocrypha''' refers to a collection of ancient books with religious or historical significance that are not considered part of the canonical [[Bible]] by certain religious traditions. The status and acceptance of these texts vary among different [[Christian denominations]] and [[Jewish traditions]].
+[[File:Arm_span_arrow_fix.png|thumb|right|Diagram illustrating arm span measurement.]]
-=== Etymology and Definition ===
+The '''arm span''' is a measurement of the length from the tip of one middle finger to the tip of the other middle finger when the arms are outstretched horizontally. This measurement is often used as an indicator of a person's height and is particularly useful in situations where height cannot be measured directly.
-The word "apocrypha" comes from the Greek "_π_______" (apokryphos), meaning "hidden" or "obscure." Originally, it referred to texts that were "hidden away" because they were considered esoteric or not suitable for public reading. Over time, the term has come to denote texts that are outside the accepted canon of scripture.
-=== Historical Context ===
+== Measurement Technique ==
-The Apocrypha includes a variety of texts, such as historical works, wisdom literature, and additions to canonical books. These texts were primarily written during the intertestamental period, the time between the [[Old Testament]] and the [[New Testament]].
-=== Apocryphal Books ===
+To measure arm span, the individual should stand with their back against a wall, arms extended horizontally at shoulder height. The measurement is taken from fingertip to fingertip, ensuring that the arms are fully extended and parallel to the ground. It is important to keep the shoulders relaxed and not elevated during the measurement.
-Some of the most well-known apocryphal books include:
-* '''[[1 Esdras]]'''
+== Clinical Significance ==
-* '''[[2 Esdras]]'''
-* '''[[Tobit]]'''
-* '''[[Judith]]'''
-* '''[[Additions to Esther]]'''
-* '''[[Wisdom of Solomon]]'''
-* '''[[Ecclesiasticus]]''', also known as the [[Book of Sirach]]
-* '''[[Baruch]]'''
-* '''[[Letter of Jeremiah]]'''
-* '''[[Prayer of Azariah]]'''
-* '''[[Susanna]]'''
-* '''[[Bel and the Dragon]]'''
-* '''[[1 Maccabees]]'''
-* '''[[2 Maccabees]]'''
-=== Canonical Status ===
+[[File:Arm_span_arrow_fix.png|thumb|left|Arm span can be an indicator of height.]]
-The canonical status of the Apocrypha varies among different religious traditions:
-* The [[Roman Catholic Church]] includes most of the Apocrypha in the [[Deuterocanonical books]], which are considered part of the [[Old Testament]].
+Arm span is often used in clinical settings to estimate height in patients who are unable to stand, such as those with [[scoliosis]], [[cerebral palsy]], or other conditions affecting mobility. It is also used in the assessment of certain genetic conditions, such as [[Marfan syndrome]], where the arm span may exceed the height.
-* The [[Eastern Orthodox Church]] also accepts many of these texts, though the specific books included can vary.
-* Most [[Protestant denominations]] do not consider the Apocrypha to be canonical, though they may be included in some editions of the Bible for historical or educational purposes.
-* In [[Judaism]], these texts are not part of the [[Hebrew Bible]] and are generally not considered authoritative.
-=== Influence and Legacy ===
+== Arm Span to Height Ratio ==
-The Apocrypha has had a significant influence on [[Christian art]], [[literature]], and [[theology]]. Many of the stories and themes found in these texts have been depicted in art and literature throughout history. For example, the story of [[Judith]] and [[Holofernes]] has been a popular subject in [[Renaissance art]].
-=== Modern Usage ===
+In most individuals, the arm span is approximately equal to their height. However, variations can occur due to genetic and environmental factors. The arm span to height ratio can provide insights into growth patterns and potential health issues. A significantly greater arm span compared to height may indicate underlying medical conditions.
-Today, the Apocrypha is often studied for its historical and cultural value. It provides insight into the religious and social context of the time in which it was written. Scholars and theologians continue to debate the significance and interpretation of these texts.
+== Applications in Sports ==
+In sports, arm span is often referred to as "wingspan" and is a critical measurement in activities such as [[basketball]], [[swimming]], and [[boxing]]. Athletes with a longer wingspan may have an advantage in reaching, striking, or swimming efficiency.
 == Related Pages ==
-* [[Bible]]
-* [[Deuterocanonical books]]
-* [[Pseudepigrapha]]
-* [[Intertestamental period]]
-== Gallery ==
+* [[Height]]
-<gallery>
+* [[Marfan syndrome]]
-File:Notes_et_extraits_pour_servir_à_l'histoire_des_croisades_au_XVe_siècle,_pp._126-127_(Jorga,_1915).jpg|A page from a historical text discussing the Apocrypha.
+* [[Scoliosis]]
-File:Apocriefe_boeken_Lutherbijbel.jpg|The Apocryphal books in a Luther Bible.
+* [[Wingspan (sports)]]
-File:KJV_1769_Oxford_Edition,_vol._1.djvu|A page from the 1769 Oxford Edition of the King James Version, which includes the Apocrypha.
-</gallery>
-[[Category:Religious texts]]
+[[Category:Anthropometry]]
-[[Category:Biblical apocrypha]]
+[[Category:Human anatomy]]