Is standing for 8 hours bad?
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Impact of Prolonged Standing
According to a summary by McCulloch (2002) that analyzed 17 different studies involving individuals who stood for more than 8 hours daily, several significant health risks were linked to such prolonged standing. The main issues identified included chronic venous insufficiency, musculoskeletal pain affecting the lower back and feet, as well as risks of preterm birth and spontaneous abortions.