26.10.2016 | Short Communication
Validation of the Phillips et al. GENEActiv accelerometer wrist cut-points in children aged 5–8 years old
Erschienen in: European Journal of Pediatrics | Ausgabe 12/2016
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What is Known:
• Accelerometers are fast becoming the most widely used measure of physical activity in public health research.
• The GENEActive wrist worn accelerometer has been validated for use with children aged 8 years and older
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What is New:
• The GENEActive wrist worn accelerometer can be used to assess physical activity in children aged 5–8 years old.
• Previously established cut-points for the GENEActiv accelerometer can be used in children aged 5–8 years old to distinguish sedentary behaviour, moderate and vigorous PA behaviour.
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