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Sitting vs. Standing: Does it help or is it hype?

April 8, 2016 By Jennifer Rappaport

Research shows little proof that there are substantial health benefits to using a sit-stand workstation.  Prolonged standing can put added pressure on the circulatory system, can decrease fine motor skills and requires more energy than sitting; within 1 hour an individual begins to fatigue and slouch.  Many people think that standing all day will simply be ‘better’ than sitting, allowing for a different position and not feeling so ‘stuck’ sitting. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Fads or Facts about Office Ergonomics, Office Risk Factors, Office Set-up

Task Chair Vs. The Ball in an Office Setting

April 8, 2014 By Jennifer Rappaport

The use of a physioball is common at your local gym or physical therapy clinic for rehabilitation and strengthening/wellness. But over the last few years people have been using them as their main chair/seating at their desk as a replacement for an office ‘task’ chair.

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Filed Under: Fads or Facts about Office Ergonomics, Office Risk Factors, Office Set-up

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