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Showing 1 to 7 of 7 for “"Prolonged standing"”.
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The effects of prolonged standing compared to prolonged sitting on postprandial lipemia
Prolonged periods of sedentary behavior are linked to cardiometabolic disease independent of many risk factors including exercise and activity levels. This study examined the effects of posture, rather than activity by comparing one full day of sitting (14.45 ± 0.286 hours) compared to one full day …
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Prolonged standing in the workplace – a mixed methods approach to exploring, developing and evaluating footwear solutions
Prolonged standing at work, or prolonged periods maintaining an upright posture is required in 58-72% of working populations and is associated with the development of work-related musculoskeletal disorders in the lower back, legs and feet. This can result in the loss of workforce and a reduced …
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The Role of Breast Size During Prolonged Standing: An Evaluation of Biomechanical, Pain Development, and Psychosocial Factors
… posture and pain development over a 2-hour prolonged standing exposure and psychosocial metrics. Twenty-one university aged females with various breast sizes (B-E cup) completed the study. Mean muscle activation, spine angles, pain scores and psychosocial related questionnaire data were …
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Validation and Use of an Induced-Pain Paradigm to Investigate Risk Factors for Low Back Pain Development during Prolonged Standing
… studies have shown jobs that involve prolonged standing are associated with increased risk of developing low back pain (LBP). Although standing for prolonged periods of time is common, not all people who are exposed to prolonged standing will develop LBP. Factors that cause an …
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Occupational Health Hazard and Illnesses Awareness among Hairdresser and Nail Salon Worker’s: A Case of Kinondoni Municipality Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
… and lung diseases. Other problems are due to prolonged standing, poor ventilation, poor lighting and unhygienic practice. This study assesses occupational health hazards and illnesses awareness among hairdresser and nail salon workers. By using questionnaire and interview a total of 264 …
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A randomised controlled feasibility trial to investigate the effects of a functional standing frame programme versus usual physiotherapy to improve function and quality of life and reduce neuromuscular impairment in people with severe sub-acute stroke
… therefore, the effects of undertaking prolonged standing and sit to stand repetitions (functional standing frame programme) early after severe stroke during inpatient sub-acute rehabilitation is unknown. Methods A systematic review of non-pharmacological interventions to treat OH in …
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Ageing, health and retirement choices in a diverse workforce : a case study of a large private sector retail organisation
… on health, for example due to issues such as prolonged standing, and a lack of respect and support from management and colleagues, specifically in respect of: • Intergenerational (across the generations from young to old) barriers. • The majority of older females interviewed experienced a lack …