Impact of a Sit-Stand Workstation on Chronic Low Back Pain

Ognibene, G.; Torres, Wilson; Eyben, Rie von; Horst, Kathleen C.

doi:10.1097/jom.0000000000000615

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“…These are notably smaller than the effects of the Stand Back multicomponent intervention on LBP disability ( d =0.73) and comparable or smaller than the effects of the Stand Back intervention on pain ( d ranging from 0.22 to 0.53). Our findings can also be compared with a 12 week trial by Oglibene et al , that randomised 57 desk workers with chronic LBP to either installation of a sit–stand desk attachment (without further intervention) or control 24. Among the 46 participants completing the study, those receiving sit–stand desk attachments had significantly reduced LBP as compared with controls based on daily logs using the VAS.…”

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“…Recent studies have found that workplace interventions to decrease prolonged sedentary behaviour have decreased LBP in general, occupational samples18–23 and chronic LBP 24. Further, productivity was not reduced in these interventions, suggesting that these strategies could be acceptable for implementation in the work environment 18–20.…”

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Reducing sedentary behaviour to decrease chronic low back pain: the stand back randomised trial

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Reducing sedentary behaviour to decrease chronic low back pain: the stand back randomised trial

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“…Many studies suggest that active workstations could reduce sedentary time at work,4–6 maintain work productivity,6 increase energy expenditure,7 regulate high blood pressure,8 relieve back pain,9 enhance positive affect10 and increase cognitive abilities11compared with conventional seated workstations.…”

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Health and productivity at work: which active workstation for which benefits: a systematic review

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In order to reduce sedentary behaviour at work, research has examined the effectiveness of active workstations. However, despite their relevance in replacing conventional desks, the comparison between types of active workstations and their respective benefits remains unclear. The purpose of this review article is thus to compare the benefits between standing, treadmill and cycling workstations. Search criteria explored Embase, PubMed and Web of Science databases. The review included studies concerning adults using at least two types of active workstations, evaluating biomechanical, physiological work performance and/or psychobiological outcomes. Twelve original articles were included. Treadmill workstations induced greater movement/activity and greater muscular activity in the upper limbs compared with standing workstations. Treadmill and cycling workstations resulted in elevated heart rate, decreased ambulatory blood pressure and increased energy expenditure during the workday compared with standing workstations. Treadmill workstations reduced fine motor skill function (ie, typing, mouse pointing and combined keyboard/mouse tasks) compared with cycling and standing workstations. Cycling workstations resulted in improved simple processing task speeds compared with standing and treadmill workstations. Treadmill and cycling workstations increased arousal and decreased boredom compared with standing workstations. The benefits associated with each type of active workstation (eg, standing, treadmill, cycling) may not be equivalent. Overall, cycling and treadmill workstations appear to provide greater short-term physiological changes than standing workstations that could potentially lead to better health. Cycling, treadmill and standing workstations appear to show short-term productivity benefits; however, treadmill workstations can reduce the performance of computer tasks.

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“…The proportion of time spent sitting was significantly lower in workers at sit-stand desks than workers at sit desks, but there was no significant correlation between desk type and ergonomic awareness. In another study, university employees with low back pain were randomized to receive sit-stand workstations [18]. Participants using sit-stand desks reported a significant reduction chronic lower back pain.…”

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Posture Wellness Solutions in the Workplace: A Current Review

Schneck¹,

Liu²,

Lee³

2019

J Ergonomics

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Increasing prevalence of mobile technology and declining mobility often lead to poor posture and increased healthcare costs, all of which require better ergonomic interventions. Musculoskeletal disorders are often caused by progressive compromised posture and diminished physical recovery. They are commonly seen in the workplace which not only negatively impact productivity and increase absentees but incur significant health costs. The purpose of this review is to evaluate the existing research regarding the effectiveness of ergonomic interventions designed to improve musculoskeletal wellness in the workplace, and present newly wellness technology for potential ergonomic improvement. Twenty-one studies sourced from Google Scholar and PubMed were reviewed. The programs evaluated in these studies include sit-stand desks; intermittent standing bouts; ergonomic interventions or education; exercise programs; and posture wear. The results were mostly positive in preventing and alleviating musculoskeletal symptoms but failed to decrease health care costs. More research and innovations should be focus on more cost-effective interventions to improve posture in the workplace, especially on workplace posture correcting cost effective solutions.

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Impact of a Sit-Stand Workstation on Chronic Low Back Pain

Abstract: Our findings support the hypothesis that chronic LBP might be improved by the introduction of a SSW in an office environment.

Cited by 33 publications

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Reducing sedentary behaviour to decrease chronic low back pain: the stand back randomised trial

Reducing sedentary behaviour to decrease chronic low back pain: the stand back randomised trial

Health and productivity at work: which active workstation for which benefits: a systematic review

Posture Wellness Solutions in the Workplace: A Current Review

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