Medical Benefits of Standing
Passive standing has been demonstrated to prevent, reverse, or improve many of the adverse effects of prolonged immobilization.
The most widely accepted medical benefi...
Medical Benefits of Standing Passive standing has been demonstrated to prevent, reverse, or improve many of the adverse effects of prolonged immobilization.
The most widely accepted medical benefits of standing include:
Prevention of contractures (ankles, knees, and hips) Improvement of range of motion (spine, hips, knees and ankles) Reduction in spasticity Prevention or reversal of osteoporosis and resultant hypercalciuria Improvement of renal function, drainage of the urinary tract, and reduction in urinary calculi Prevention of pressure ulcers through changing positions Improvement in circulation as it related to orthostatic hypotension Improvement in bowel function Normalization of respiratory function Other specific reasons that people stand include:
Facilitation of a natural symmetrical standing posture Development & improvement of upper body balance & strength Alleviation of pain caused by prolonged or inappropriate position Development of standing tolerance & endurance Lessening progressive scoliosis
Maintenance of bone density Psychological Benefits of Standing Although funding sources rarely recognize the psychological benefits of standing, they can be some of the most important reasons to stand.
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