[Orthostatis stress from standing at work]

The evaluation of different body postures during work needs considering the interactions of anthropometric, physiological, orthopaedic, angiologic and biomechanical criteria on one side and of working conditons on the other. Many professions in industry as well as many tasks of the housewife still have to be done in standing position. But standing for long periods leads to increased strain of the bone and muscle system and to increased complaints and illness of the feet and legs. A comprehending catalogue of the effects of dominating standing posture and a catalogue of preventive measures are presented.