Research Studies on the Benefits of Standing

Numerous research studies have been conducted on the health benefits of standing. For your reference, we have compiled a list of research articles and abstracts documenting the benefits of standing. For additional standing related and disability related articles, make sure to check out our Standing Room Only section.

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We have organized the research studies by the main health benefit that it covers. To view the clinical evidence on the health benefits of standing, click on the links below, or click on Show All Studies.  Further research can be done by obtaining the full articles from www.pubmed.com or your local medical library.

Decreased spasticity & contractures / Preventing loss of range of motion

Improved digestive system (bowel & bladder)

Prevention of pressure ulcers

Help maintain bone density & lessen progressive scoliosis

The benefits of standing in general (overview)

Mobile/Dynamic Standing

Active (Reciprocal Leg Movement) Standing

Vibration while Standing

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