The volumometer may easily be used in hospitals, medical offices, health clubs, and space flights. The advantages of this invention include its accuracy, portability, and low cost. The bag can be collapsed or folded into a relatively small volume for ease of storage and portability. These characteristics and the light weight of the invention allow it to be used in a variety of situations involving bedridden or immobile patients as well as astronauts. Numerous locations can be serviced with one volumometer, allowing for the purchase of fewer measuring devices.
High accuracy allows for precise body volume and subsequent body fat measurements.
The low cost of the volumometer allows organizations with small budgets or restricted funds to purchase a body volume measurement device. The soft-sided air construction of the invention allows for frail and hydrophobic individuals to use the volumometer without pain or fear. The technology can be used for body volume measurement in a hospital environment. Its soft sided and portable features make it easy to use with the elderly and people who fear water. Body volume measurements and comparative studies can be made of this technology and other methods currently being used.