According to the provided reference, Shoulder Height is specifically defined as the distance measured from the floor up to the C7 vertebrae. The reference you provided details how to identify the C7 vertebrae and the correct posture for measurement. Since the reference does not contain your personal measurement, this answer explains what shoulder height is and how it is measured based on the information provided.
Based on the reference, Shoulder Height is a specific anthropometric measurement. It represents the vertical distance from the floor to a particular point on your spine. This point is the C7 vertebrae.
Locating the C7 Vertebrae
The C7 vertebrae, also known as the vertebra prominens, is notable because it is typically the most prominent bony protrusion at the base of the neck when you bend your head forward. To measure shoulder height accurately, you would need to palpate and identify this specific vertebrae.
How to Measure Shoulder Height
The reference outlines the key steps and posture required for an accurate shoulder height measurement:
- Posture: The subject should stand with their shoulders relaxed.
- Locate C7: Palpate the base of the neck to find the C7 vertebrae, identifying it as the last easily palpable bony process of the neck.
- Measure: Measure the straight vertical distance from the floor directly up to the located C7 vertebrae.
This measurement provides a standardized way to assess standing torso height.
Shoulder Height vs. Shoulder Width
It's important to note the distinction between shoulder height and shoulder width, as both terms relate to the shoulder area but measure different dimensions. The reference also mentions:
- Shoulder Height: Floor to C7 vertebrae (vertical measurement).
- Shoulder Width: The distance between the left and right acromion process of the scapula (horizontal measurement across the shoulders).
While the reference defines and describes the measurement of shoulder height, it does not contain a specific value for your personal measurement. To determine your exact shoulder height, you would need to perform this measurement yourself or have someone measure it for you following the method described.
