Validity of Quantitative Ultrasound and Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis against Dual X-Ray Absorptiometry for Measuring Bone Quality and Body Composition in Children
Maryam Delshad,
Kathryn L. Beck,
Cathryn A. Conlon,
Owen Mugridge,
Marlena C. Kruger,
Pamela R. von Hurst
Affiliations
Maryam Delshad
School of Sport, Exercise and Nutrition, College of Health, Massey University, Auckland 0632, New Zealand
Kathryn L. Beck
School of Sport, Exercise and Nutrition, College of Health, Massey University, Auckland 0632, New Zealand
Cathryn A. Conlon
School of Sport, Exercise and Nutrition, College of Health, Massey University, Auckland 0632, New Zealand
Owen Mugridge
School of Sport, Exercise and Nutrition, College of Health, Massey University, Auckland 0632, New Zealand
Marlena C. Kruger
School of Health Sciences, College of Health, Massey University, Palmerston North 4474, New Zealand
Pamela R. von Hurst
School of Sport, Exercise and Nutrition, College of Health, Massey University, Auckland 0632, New Zealand
Background: Dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) is a well-regarded device for primarilymeasuring bone mineral density (BMD) and body composition. [...]