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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
- 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
- Hemorrhoids - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Exercise Stay active to help prevent constipation and reduce pressure on veins Exercise also can help you lose excess weight that might be causing your hemorrhoids or making them worse Avoid long periods of sitting Sitting too long, especially on the toilet, can increase the pressure on the veins in the anus
- 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
- 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
- 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
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