FATIGUE FROM STANDING
Standing
on hard concrete floors is one of the most common causes of physical
fatigue. Prolonged standing puts pressure on the feet, leg muscles,
spine, neck and shoulders, and can lead to chronic pain, injury and
muscular disorders. Back pain is a huge concern for employers and
extremely distressing for sufferers.
Veins
are also subjected to increased pressure when standing. Blood
circulation becomes restricted. Pain and swelling of the joints can be
experienced. Regular standing in static positions for long periods can
damage the veins and lead to painful irreversible conditions such as
Varicose Veins.
Anti-fatigue matting
encourages frequent foot movement as users move their feet more
regularly to adapt to the underfoot cushioning. This assists healthy
blood circulation.
Matting insulates
the feet protecting against cold, concrete floors. Pain is debilitating
and uses more energy. As fatigue sets in, concentration and
productivity can be reduced. The risk of accidents in the workplace
becomes increased.
Independent tests
resulted in operators experiencing 50% more discomfort when standing on
a concrete floor without an anti-fatigue mat.
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