Standing

Standing is a human position in which the body is held in an upright ("orthostatic") position and supported only by the feet. Although seemingly static, the body rocks slightly back and forth from the heel to the ball of the foot. The sway of quiet standing is often likened to the motion of an inverted pendulum.

Physiology[edit | edit source]

Standing is a natural human posture and by itself poses no particular health hazard. However, working in a standing position on a regular basis can cause sore feet, swelling of the legs, varicose veins, general muscular fatigue, low back pain, stiffness in the neck and shoulders, and other health problems.

Health effects[edit | edit source]

There are two basic types of standing: static and dynamic. Static standing is standing in one place, such as standing at a work station or at a counter. Dynamic standing is moving from one place to another while performing tasks, such as a waiter moving from table to table. Both types of standing have different health effects.

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