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  7.4 Reduce Postural Fixity

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Intervertebrae discs depend on changes in pressure to receive nutrients and remove waste products.

Postural fixity

1. results in reduced nutritional exchanges and in the long term may promote degenerative processes.

2. promotes static loading of the back and shoulder muscles, resulting in aches and cramping.
3. causes restriction in blood flow to the legs, resulting in swelling and discomfort.

How to Reduce Postural fixity?
1. Periodically stand up, flexing and bending the back and legs.
2. Design chair to allow the user to rock and assume a variety
of postures.
3. A tag that says
Caution: Prolonged sitting may be hazardous to your health

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