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- Sitting risks: How harmful is too much sitting? - Mayo Clinic
Sitting for long periods — such as in front of the TV or at a desk — seems to raise the risk of death from heart disease and cancer
- Office ergonomics: Your how-to guide - Mayo Clinic
If your work involves sitting at a desk, discomfort doesn't have to be part of the job You may be able to avoid some of the health problems associated with seated work, such as neck and back pain and sore wrists and shoulders, by using proper office ergonomics Chair height, equipment spacing and desk posture all make a difference
- Tendinopathy - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
This condition affects the tendon that connects the hamstring muscles to the "sit-bone" in the hip It often causes pain with sitting and climbing stairs and is commonly seen in runners Patellar tendinitis This condition, also referred to as jumper's knee, is an injury to the tendon connecting the kneecap, called a patella, to the shinbone
- Desk stretches: Video collection - Mayo Clinic
The problem: Too much sitting If you sit at a desk for a long time, you might place a lot of stress on certain muscles, especially in your neck, shoulders and upper back That stress can make you stiff and sore But taking breaks often to get some physical activity can help
- Orthostatic hypotension (postural hypotension) - Mayo Clinic
Orthostatic hypotension — also called postural hypotension — is a form of low blood pressure that happens when standing after sitting or lying down Orthostatic hypotension can cause dizziness or lightheadedness and possibly fainting
- Tailbone pain: How can I relieve it? - Mayo Clinic
Tailbone pain usually goes away on its own within a few weeks or months To lessen tailbone pain in the meantime, it might help to: Lean forward while sitting down Sit on a pressure-reduction cushion Some people find a wedge-shaped one most helpful for reducing pain Apply heat or ice to the affected area Take pain relievers, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) or ibuprofen (Advil
- Orthostatic hypotension (postural hypotension) - Mayo Clinic
This involves measuring blood pressure while sitting and standing A drop of 20 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) in the top number (systolic blood pressure) within 2 to 5 minutes of standing is a sign of orthostatic hypotension
- Balance exercises - Mayo Clinic
Balance exercises can help you keep your balance at any age They can make you feel more secure Older adults especially need balance exercises to help prevent falls The risk of falling goes up after age 65 It's good to include balance training with physical activity and strength training in your daily activity
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