Musculoskeletal disorders and prolonged static sitting

Introduction

Prolonged static sitting is a type of sedentary behaviour. Sedentary behaviour occurs when activities are characterized by low energy consumption in combination with a sitting or lying position[1].Sedentary behaviour is widespread. It is to be expected that more and more workers will be confronted with sedentary type of tasks due to further automation and computerization. Sedentary behaviour leads to various health risks. Besides musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), prolonged sitting may also lead to health risks in other domains, such as diabetes, heart- and vascular disease, depression and even mortality. Sedentary behaviour is increasing both at work and in…