How long is too long to stand?
How long is too long to stand? Prolonged standing is defined as over 8 hours of standing per day without a lot of movement and walking around. Jobs that require standing all day are commonly associated with lower back pain, issues with leg muscles and tendons, and chronic venous insufficiency.
How do you survive a 10 hour shift on your feet?
“Oh, my aching feet!”
- Wear good shoes. If there's anything you should be spending a lot of money on it's a good shoe. Look for shoes with these features: ...
- Use good posture at work. Don't lock your knees when standing. Do soften your knees. ...
- Move at work. These simple maneuvers can help.
Will I get used to standing all day?
Experts say with a little common sense, proper alignment and muscle toning, you can train your body to cope with being on your feet all day—without pain. It's not uncommon to feel pain, strain and muscle weakness when you're on your feet all day.