What can neck girth tell you?
By the girth of the neck, you can determine the state of a person’s health
. The neck is a part of the body in the area of which important organs are present (esophagus, larynx, trachea, etc.). In addition, there are highways and arteries that deliver oxygenated blood and nutrients to the cerebral region. All structures in the cervical region are covered with fatty tissue.
Based on the results of studies conducted in America, we can conclude that the size of a person’s neck can indirectly determine how well the heart and blood vessels function.
Almost all subjects who participated in the experiment, suffering from diseases of the cardiovascular system, had a neck girth above normal. These people have elevated blood glucose levels, which means they have an increased risk of developing an acute heart attack.
Thickening of the cervical region is a sign of obesity and excess weight. In this case, the volume of subcutaneous fatty tissue is increased, producing free fatty acids in excessive quantities. This is considered a direct risk factor for the development of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome.
If the girth of the neck gradually increases and the maximum point is located in the back of it, this may indicate a curvature of the spine and a pronounced violation of posture. Such pathologies include kyphosis or stoop, which is complemented by protrusion of the abdomen, shortening of the neck and thickening of the region.
Scientific research has proven that cervical girth has a direct relationship with systolic and diastolic blood pressure, the volume of glucose in the body (in blood plasma), measured on an empty stomach, the quantitative content of triglycerides, and low-density lipoproteins. There is no relationship with cholesterol.
Based on the results of numerous studies, it has been proven that the size of a person’s neck is a prognostic factor for type 2 diabetes.
How to determine the size of a finished garment
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In case of a controversial situation regarding determining the size of a garment, the following rules must be followed:
1. Measure the product according to the attached instructions
2. Post close-up photographs of the product being measured in correspondence with the organizer
3. Wait for the organizer’s response or inform the site administration through the Feedback form
Instructions for taking measurements from the finished product.
Measurements for the finished product can be taken either by laying it out on a flat surface or by putting it on a model of the size corresponding to the product being ordered.
The main measured parameters to determine the size of the product:
— Half-circumference (girth) of the chest
— Half-circumference (girth) of the waist
- Half-girth (circumference) of the hips
- The length of the sleeve
I. Taking measurements from shoulder clothing
Carefully place the product on a flat surface (table) face up
Fasten all the buttons and straighten the product so that the side seams are visible
Measurements should be carried out as follows:
A, 4 (Shoulder width) - Measurements are taken at the very top of the product. From the extreme point of the left shoulder to the extreme point of the right shoulder
B, 1 (Half chest circumference) - Measurements are taken on the front side of the product. Place the tape measure 2.5 cm from the junction point of the sleeve and the front part, connecting the side seams of the product
C, 5 (Sleeve length) - Measurements are taken along the outside of the sleeve. Measure the distance from the shoulder seam to the end of the sleeve
D, 7 (Product back length) - Measurements are taken along the center of the back of the product, from the highest point to the lowest point
F (Product bottom width) - The width of the bottom part of the product is measured (if the model allows). Measurements are taken at the lowest points - from the far left to the far right
2 - Waist circumference (waist circumference) - the width of the front part of the product is measured at the narrowest point at the waist, then the resulting width is multiplied by 2.
3 - Hip circumference (hip volume) - the width of the front part of the product is measured at the widest point of the hips, then the resulting width is multiplied by 2.
II. Taking measurements for jeans/trousers
Measurement 1 - Belt circumference - first you need to fold it in half so that the button is on the fold (the waist line in this position will be straight), then measure the width along the edge of the belt and multiply the resulting width by 2.
Measurement 2 - Pants/Jeans Rise - Measured from the top of the fly to the start of the front inseam.
Measurement 3 - Hip circumference (hip volume) - the width of the front part of the product is measured at the widest point of the hips, then the resulting width is multiplied by 2.
Measurement 4 - Inseam length - measured from where the seams meet between the legs to the bottom of the leg.
Measurement 5 - Length along the external seam (if the length of the product is less than 50 cm) - measured from the belt line to the bottom of the product along the side seam.
For men's trousers and jeans, measure the waist circumference (measurement 1), hip circumference (measurement 2), ride height (measurement 3), inseam length (measurement 4) or outer seam length (measurement 5).
Measurements for children's clothing are taken in the same way.
III. note
If the product is non-standard (tapered, etc.), it is necessary to provide information about this to participants on the product page
If the product description does not contain any of the measured values (for example, there is no OB in the coat), then the standard ratio is assumed - Hip circumference is equal to or more than Bust circumference.
The smell is not part of the main details of the product, but serves as a decorative element. In this regard, measurements of wrap clothing can be made along the back of the product
If there are no buttons on the clothing, then the edges are folded so that they touch each other
When determining the size, you must be guided by the following regulations that determine the numerical value of the measured quantities:
- GOST 4103-82. Sewing products. Quality Control Methods
- GOST 17916-86 Typical figures of girls. Dimensional characteristics for clothing design
- GOST 17917-86 Typical figures of boys. Dimensional characteristics for clothing design
- GOST 31399-2009 Classification of typical male figures by height, size and weight groups for clothing design
- GOST 31396-2009 Classification of typical female figures by height, size and weight groups for clothing design
How to measure your neck circumference correctly
The measurement is taken below the point of the larynx.
In most cases, for example, when sewing clothes, the girth of the cervical spine is measured in the area where the middle vertebra of the section passes and its middle, in front, slightly below the top point of the larynx.
When measuring the girth of the cervical region, the tape is applied tightly to the skin, but not pulled. Otherwise, the result will be distorted. For women, men and children, the algorithm for measuring neck circumference is identical.
Measurements for a bracelet without clasp
In this case, a completely different method is used. Jewelry without a clasp is made quite wide so that the product can be easily put on and taken off. Before purchasing, it is important to take the measurements correctly so that the accessory does not fall off your hand, it must fit comfortably.
You can find out your size for a monolithic bracelet like this: clasp your fingers as if you were putting on a piece of jewelry. Wrap the measuring tape around the protruding part of your hand (where your knuckles are).
What are the normal indicators for children and adults?
For women, the normal cervical girth is no more than 34.5 cm, and for men – 38.8 cm.
There is no exact size standard for a child. For example, in boys aged 6 years, the neck circumference can be from 25 cm. If this figure is exceeded and reaches 28.5 cm, this directly indicates the risk of developing obesity, and by 4 times. For a girl, the normal value should not be more than 27.5 cm.
Adipose tissue as a percentage for men normally does not exceed 15-20%. For women, the content percentage should not be higher than 25-30%.
You can indirectly determine the percentage volume of adipose tissue in a person using the Deurenberg equation: body mass index + 0.23 (age, number of completed years) – 10.8 (gender, coefficient equal to 1 for men and 0 for women). The standard error of the equation is 4%.
Tips on how to secretly find out your wrist size
How to determine the size of a bracelet for a man or a woman without attracting attention? The following examples will help in resolving this issue:
- A similar piece of jewelry will help you choose the right bracelet size for a girl or guy’s hand. Measure any bracelet from the collection of the future gift owner and buy a gift of the same length.
- You can tell a guy's hand size by the cuff of his shirt. It is important to know whether the cuff fits tightly to the wrist.
- If a grandmother or mother wants to give a bracelet to her little granddaughter, choose a product “to grow into.” Buy jewelry with a special sliding clasp. So a child can wear a gift for several years, varying its length.
- If the recipients of the future gift wear a watch, you can measure the size of the bracelet according to the length of the strap along with the watch. In this case, it is necessary to take into account the active, and not the full size of the strap.
- You can choose the size of the bracelet for your loved one by showing imagination and ingenuity. Say, for example, on the occasion the “oath of allegiance” and to top it off, fasten (tie) your and your loved one’s wrists. By the length of the thread you can easily determine the size you are looking for.
Gold bracelet with diamonds (go to the SUNLIGHT catalogue)
Using clever and simple methods, you can always decide on the length of the bracelet without revealing your true intentions.
Bracelets decorate your hands, making them slimmer and more graceful. A correctly selected gold or silver bracelet gives the owner a good mood and a long memory of happy moments in life.
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Tips for taking measurements
To make the correct measurement, you need to take into account the principles of pattern modeling and purchase available tools for taking measurements. Unlike tailoring, where sewing machines, overlockers, and carpet lockers are used, no special or professional equipment is required to design a drawing and measure body parts. You can get by with the set of tools that every home has: scissors, a ruler, pencil and paper. Yet accurate measurements can only be achieved using a measuring tape. Experienced seamstresses recommend purchasing this small but very useful tool, especially for working with circles.
Helpful tip: measure finished clothes
This point is already relevant for ready-made clothes that are sold in stores, and in order not to make mistakes, you need to know some features. Mostly tall people, when buying a shirt without trying it on, make mistakes with the length of the sleeves. And as a result, it turns out that the brand new thing is completely unsuitable due to the fact that the cuffs are at the level of the elbow bend.
So, how to measure the sleeve length of a shirt and not make a mistake in choosing the clothes you like? Ideally, if the elbow is bent and forms a right angle, then the cuff should be located at the starting point of the hand, while covering the carpal bone. If a person’s constant companion is a wristwatch, one of the cuffs should cover them, that is, have a slightly larger girth. But this option is only possible if the shirt is sewn specifically to order.
