Define Limitations for underwater weighing method?
- This method is expensive, time consuming and usually requires a lot of equipment and space.
- The subject needs to be totally submerged underwater and exhale all of the air from the lungs. This can be difficult for the subjects.
- Requires considerable subject co-operation given that multiple trials needed to obtain accurate estimate of underwater weight.
- Being submerged under water may be difficult and produce anxiety for some.
- Density of FFM assumed may vary if bone density is altered as in the case of elderly or certain disease conditions.