Khandker Ishtiaque Arafat1, Golam Monjurul Islam2, Sabrin Raihan3, Md Azmal Khan Pathan4, A. S. M Mashrurul Haque5, Raju Chowdhury6
Assistant Professor (CC), Department of Anatomy, North East Medical College, Sylhet.
Assistant Professor, Department of Anatomy, Parkview Medical College, Sylhet.
Assistant Professor (CC), Department of Anatomy, North East Medical College, Sylhet.
Assistant Professor, Department of Anatomy, Brahmanbaria Medical College, Brahmanbaria.
Associate Professor, Department of Anatomy, North East Medical College, Sylhet.
Associate Professor (CC), Department of Anatomy, North East Medical College, Sylhet.
Abstract
Anthropometry is the measurement of the human body’s dimensions and proportions. It serves a vital role in anatomy, ergonomics, and physical anthropology. Lower limb length is one of the most significant anthropometric parameters that provides information on an individual’s growth pattern, nutritional status, and overall health. The present cross-sectional study was conducted to determine the lower limb length of male Bangladeshi rickshaw pullers, a population engaged in physically demanding labor. A total of 280 adult male rickshaw pullers aged 20-50 years were examined. Measurements were taken directly using standard anthropometric instruments. Data were analyzed using SPSS (version 26). The mean lower limb length was found found 94.12 ± 5.03 cm on the right side and 94.06 ± 5.05 cm on the left side. The difference between both sides was statistically significant (p < 0.05). This study provides baseline data on lower limb anthropometry among Bangladeshi rickshaw pullers and reflects the occupational influence on their musculoskeletal adaptation.
Keywords: Anthropometry, Lower Limb Length, Rickshaw pullers, Bangladesh.