Causes of fatigue and injury from standing for long periods of time at work.
Fatigue and injuries from prolonged standing at work occur because the body constantly struggles against gravity. When standing, your body is constantly pulled by gravity. To maintain your position, your body must exert pressure to maintain balance, which means your muscles are constantly tense.
In other words, "humans cannot tolerate standing on hard surfaces because it causes foot fatigue and affects the spine." Prolonged standing on hard surfaces can lead to several problems. Standing causes muscle contractions, leading to reduced blood circulation, causing muscle and joint injury, and poor blood flow which can cause varicose veins.
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Standing for long periods of time strains the muscles in both legs, back, and neck, causing constant tension and reducing blood flow to the muscles. If there is no change in posture or position while standing, it can have negative effects on the body of the person working in this way, such as: |
- I experienced fatigue and muscle pain in my neck, back, and legs.
- This causes blood to pool in the legs and feet, resulting in swollen or varicose veins.
- This can cause temporary numbness in the joints of the spine, hips, knees, and feet, and may lead to osteoarthritis caused by damaged ligaments.
This is why using an anti-fatigue mat is essential!
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Floor mats or carpets made from suitable materials that are neither too hard nor too soft help prevent fatigue when standing for long periods of time. Avoid standing on concrete, cement, or metal floors.
Soft surfaces reduce pressure on the feet. You can test carpets or shoe mats by removing your shoes and standing on them. Then, try standing on one foot. Good insoles should feel comfortable and provide stability, not sinking or being too soft.
How an anti-fatigue mat works .
Anti-fatigue mats are designed to help stimulate muscle and calf movement, promoting blood circulation and helping to move stagnant blood. Vascular stagnation is a cause of fatigue in workers. However, if the anti-fatigue mat is too soft or springy, workers will expend too much energy maintaining their balance while standing.
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Anti-fatigue mat from CleanTex.
Kleen-Comfort Series – Anti-fatigue, non-slip rubber mats with a nitrile rubber foam underlay and a durable nitrile rubber surface, or a nylon fiber top for added aesthetics.
Kleen-Kushion – Multipurpose nitrile rubber foam sheet. Reduces fatigue, provides slip resistance, features a molded surface, and has a rim to contain liquids.
Kleen-Thru Plus – Non-slip rubber mat that reduces fatigue, has antimicrobial properties, and is mold-resistant.
Kleen Foam – Rubber foam sheet to reduce fatigue.
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