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  2. Complications of prolonged standing - Wikipedia

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    Prolonged standing increases the risk for hospitalization from varicose veins. [6] Among the working age population one out of five hospitalizations from varicose veins are as a result of prolonged standing. Prolonged standing leads to impeded blood flow and stasis in the veins in the lower limbs, which can cause varicose veins.

  3. Patellar reflex - Wikipedia

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    The patellar reflex, also called the knee reflex or knee-jerk, is a stretch reflex which tests the L2, L3, and L4 segments of the spinal cord. Many animals, most significantly humans, have been seen to have the patellar reflex, including dogs, cats, horses, and other mammalian species.

  4. Joint locking (medicine) - Wikipedia

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    Complaints of locking sensation in the knee joint can be divided into true locking and pseudo locking. True locking happens when the intra-articular structure (e.g. ligaments) [1] is damaged, or a loose body is present inside the joint, or there is a meniscal tear. The knee can be unlocked by rotating the leg and full movement can be restored.

  5. Standing too much can raise the risk of circulatory disease ...

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    Standing for more than two hours a day saw increased circulatory disease risks. Standing too much can raise the risk of circulatory disease, a new study says. Experts say the key is to 'just move.'

  6. Orthostatic intolerance - Wikipedia

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    A substantial overlap is seen between syndromes of orthostatic intolerance on the one hand, and either chronic fatigue syndrome or fibromyalgia on the other. [6] It affects more women than men (female-to-male ratio is at least 4:1), usually under the age of 35. [7] OI can also be a symptom of mitochondrial cytopathy. [8]

  7. Patellofemoral pain syndrome - Wikipedia

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    Foot orthoses can help to improve lower extremity biomechanics and may be used as a component of overall treatment. [39] [40] Foot orthoses may be useful for reducing knee pain in the short term, [41] and may be combined with exercise programs or physical therapy. However, there is no evidence supporting use of combined exercise with foot ...

  8. Nurses Say These Are the Best Shoes for Standing all Day - AOL

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    With a super-cushioned base, comfy foam near the ankle, and a flexible outsole, these sneakers are designed to keep you on your feet (and feeling good) all day long.

  9. 11 of the Best Sneakers You Can Stand in All Day Without Pain

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    Editors note: Updated on February 7, 2024. Sneakers are the best shoe option if you want your feet to feel comfortable all day long, but not every sneaker is built the same. Everyone has different ...