Hand anthropometry survey for the Jordanian population

This paper presents the results of an anthropometric study of the hand from a sample of 120 female and 115 male adults from four major cities in Jordan. The mean, standard deviation, and various percentiles are summarized in tables and, for each dimension, a comparison is made between genders, using t-tests. Comparisons between Jordanians and other populations (Bangladeshis, Nigerians, Vietnamese Americans, Hong Kong Chinese, United Kingdom residents, Americans, and Mexicans) are also made, using published data on the latter. The results showed many significant differences between Jordanians and the other populations, but it was difficult to draw broad generalizations. The results of this study are expected to influence the design or selection of hand tools imported into Jordan from industrialized countries and to provide the impetus for more anthropometric studies on Jordanians that relate to the design of equipment for work and other activities. Relevance to industry This study provides data on hand anthropometry that would be useful for the design of hand tools for Jordanians, and also for selecting appropriately sized tools to be imported from the industrialized countries for use in the Jordanian industrial workplace. r 2008 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.

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