This article reviews the health risks associated with prolonged sitting and the reasons sedentary workers are at risk for musculoskeletal injuries. - GreenMedInfo Summary

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Abstract Title:

Health Issues and Injury Risks Associated With Prolonged Sitting and Sedentary Lifestyles.

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Workplace Health Saf. 2017 Dec 1:2165079917737558. Epub 2017 Dec 1. PMID: 29251259

Abstract Author(s):

Ann Regina Lurati

Article Affiliation:

Ann Regina Lurati

Abstract:

Using a case study, this article reviews the health risks associated with prolonged sitting and the reasons sedentary workers are at risk for musculoskeletal injuries. Other health issues associated with prolonged sitting or sedentary behavior as well as the benefits of exercise are also explored. Finally, evidence-based interventions to reduce health risks associated with prolonged sitting may increase productivity.

Article Published Date : Nov 30, 2017

Study Type : Review

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Diseases : Musculoskeletal Diseases : CK(39) : AC(9), Sitting Sickness : CK(482) : AC(54)

Additional Keywords : Musculoskeletal Diseases, Risk Factors : CK(12084) : AC(1737), Sitting Sickness

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