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Sitting HeightAka: Truncal Height

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  1. Indications
    1. Growth velocity to determine growth spurt
    2. Used in Scoliosis assessment
  2. Protocol (as used in Sciolosis observation)
    1. Measure every 3-4 months during expected growth spurt
  3. Technique
    1. Measure standing height
    2. Measure sitting height
      1. Measure height in standard chair
      2. Subtract height of seat from sitting height
    3. Determine truncal height
      1. Subtract sitting height from standing height

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