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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
- 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
- Narcolepsy - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Overview Narcolepsy is a condition that makes people very sleepy during the day and can cause them to fall asleep suddenly Some people also have other symptoms, such as muscle weakness when they feel strong emotions The symptoms can have serious effects on daily life People with narcolepsy have trouble staying awake for long periods of time When narcolepsy causes a sudden loss of muscle
- 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
- 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
- Patellofemoral pain syndrome - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
The knee pain often increases when running, walking up or down stairs, sitting for long periods, or squatting Simple treatments, such as rest and ice, often help But sometimes patellofemoral pain needs physical therapy
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