Month: June 2021

Why Standing Desks Burn Calories  On average, people sit for 7.7 hours a day, which combined with the amount of time we are sleeping, means that we aren’t on our feet for very long. Unsurprisingly, obesity rates have continued to rise, with 1 in 5 American adults classified as morbidly obese. This sedentary lifestyle, combined […]

Too many hardworking people live highly sedentary lives, chained to a desk in the seated position all day long while they type away at a computer. Sitting too much has dramatic health consequences, from slowing down the metabolic system to wreaking havoc on the joints and spine. Without movement every thirty minutes or so, you […]

While standing desks aren’t exactly a novel concept, they have risen to prominence in recent years as people start to understand the widespread benefits of having a standing desk. A standing desk allows you to stand at your workplace, while the adjustable height option lets you move the desk up and down. This allows you […]

About Josh Barber, MD Dr. Joshua Barber was born in Fort Bragg, NC and is a graduate of Coe College, where he played baseball as a pitcher and triple majored in Biology, Psychology, and Neuroscience. He obtained his medical degree from the University of Iowa. His orthopaedic surgery residency was at the University of Missouri-Columbia […]

About Dr. Sarah Juul   Dr. Sarah Juul is a board certified orthopedic clinical specialist in physical therapy with additional certifications in manual therapy. She graduated from the University of Washington Doctorate of Physical Therapy program and completed a residency and fellowship with the Ola Grimsby Institute after her doctoral studies. She currently works in […]

The Proper Height for Standing Desks So, how tall should a standing desk be? This measurement will actually be based on the specific height of the person using the desk, so there’s not one specific answer. You want to get this measurement right because if your desk is even a few inches off, it may […]

Imagine if you could work more efficiently and productively, prevent chronic pain in your joints and spine, and feel less fatigued at the end of a workday? While it sounds too good to be true, it is within your reach, as standing workstation ergonomics are a game-changer for overall wellness. In particular, during this unique […]

From helping to increase work productivity and improve office culture to providing real physical benefits like boosting blood flow as well as promoting bone and joint health, the benefits of standing desk users reap can make a world of a difference in your life. First things first – what exactly is a standing desk? Put […]