The global market for standing desks is booming, projected to reach US$12.6 billion by 2032 (£9.7 billion). These desks have been hailed as a simple fix for the health risks associated with sitting all day. However, recent research suggests that standing might not be the health booster many hoped for.

A new study from Australia involving over 83,000 participants found that prolonged standing may not improve heart health and could even increase the risk of certain circulatory problems.

Researchers discovered that standing for extended periods did not reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. In fact, spending too much time either sitting or standing was linked to a higher risk of problems such as varicose veins and feeling dizzy or lightheaded when you stand up.

  • @Alexstarfire
    10•2 months ago

    Sitting is bad and standing is bad. Guess lying flat is all that’s left. I’ll toss mounting monitors to the ceiling on the to-do pile.

    • @crashoverride
      4•2 months ago

      Everything in moderation. Sit for a while, stand for a while, then sit again.

    • @RangerJosieEnglish
      2•2 months ago

      Now is the time for Google Glass. That plus haptic gloves that let you type in mid-air like the ones being made for use in VR now. Perfect combo for remote working from bed.