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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
- 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
- Leg pain Causes - Mayo Clinic
A leg that is swollen, pale or cooler than usual Calf pain, especially after sitting for a long time, such as on a long car trip or plane ride Swelling in both legs along with breathing problems Any serious leg symptoms that start for no clear reason
- Back exercises in 15 minutes a day - Mayo Clinic
Back pain is a common problem that many people deal with every day Exercise often helps to ease back pain and prevent further discomfort The following exercises stretch and strengthen the back and the muscles that support it When you first start, repeat each exercise a few times Then increase
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