The aim of this study was to compare two methods of
measuring body composition in children aged 6–10 years: with a
traditional bioelectrical impedance analyser and a foot-to-foot
impedance device. In 117 subjects (55 girls, 62 boys),
bioelectrical impedance was measured using a Xitron 4000 device
and a foot-to-foot impedance instrument (Rowenta); body fat mass
and fat-free mass were then calculated and comparisons between
means were performed using appropriate statistical tests.