Implications of sit-stand and active workstations to counteract the adverse effects of sedentary work: A comprehensive review

Karol, Sohit; Robertson, Michelle M.

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“…Several studies have identified that cognitive performance is not impaired by short-term use of these workstations (working while standing, or while walking at low intensity) [8, 16, 37, 38], indicating that using these devices do not compromise employees´ work-related productivity if there is a good alignment with job tasks [12–14]. While Tudor-Locke et al (2014) [7] indicated that little was known about the impact of learning or adaptation on using active workstations on employees´ work productivity, W@WS now offers preliminary evidence of sustained positive work-oriented outcomes linked to using “sit less, move more” programs during working hours.…”

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“…However, standing and treadmill desk-based or ‘sit less and move more’ workplace interventions have showed mixed results for improving psychological well-being with little or no impact on work productivity [15–20]. Most research has investigated whether using active workstations in the office maintains employee performance, rather than enhancing employee productivity [8, 12, 14, 16]. …”

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Impact of a workplace ‘sit less, move more’ program on efficiency-related outcomes of office employees

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BackgroundFew studies have examined the impact of ‘sit less, move more’ interventions on workplace performance. This study assessed the short and mid-term impacts of and patterns of change within, a 19-week workplace web-based intervention (Walk@WorkSpain; W@WS; 2010–11) on employees´ presenteeism, mental well-being and lost work performance.MethodsA site randomised control trial recruited employees at six Spanish university campuses (n = 264; 42 ± 10 years; 171 female), assigned by worksite and campus to an Intervention (IG; used W@WS; n = 129; 87 female) or an active Comparison group (A-CG; pedometer, paper diary and self-reported sitting time; n = 135; 84 female). A linear mixed model assessed changes between the baseline, ramping (8 weeks), maintenance (11 weeks) and follow-up (two months) phases for the IG versus A-CG on (i) % of lost work productivity (Work Limitations Questionnaire; WLQ); (ii) three scales for presenteeism (WLQ) assessing difficulty meeting scheduling demands (Time), performing cognitive and inter-personal tasks (Mental-Interpersonal) and decrements in meeting the quantity, quality and timeliness of completed work (Output); and (iii) mental well-being (Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-being Scale). T-tests assessed differences between groups for changes on the main outcomes. In the IG, a multivariate logistic regression model identified patterns of response according to baseline socio-demographic variables, physical activity and sitting time.ResultsThere was a significant 2 (group) × 2 (program time points) interaction for the Time (F [3]=8.69, p = 0.005), Mental-Interpersonal (F [3]=10.01, p = 0.0185), Output scales for presenteeism (F [3]=8.56, p = 0.0357), and for % of lost work performance (F [3]=10.31, p = 0.0161). Presenteeism and lost performance rose significantly in both groups across all study time points; after baseline performance was consistently better in the IG than in the A-CG. Better performance was linked to employees being more active (Time, p = 0.041) and younger (Mental-interpersonal, p = 0.057; Output, p = 0.017). Higher total sitting time during nonworking days (Mental-interpersonal, p = 0.019) and lower sitting time during workdays (WLQ Index, p = 0.013) also improved performance.ConclusionVersus an active comparison condition, a ‘sit less, move more` workplace intervention effectively reduced an array of markers of lost workday productivity.Trial registration NCT02960750; Date of registration: 07/11/2016.

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“…No other environmental or behavioural interventions were employed to promote physical activity or encourage the participant's use of EAHDs. Several studies [65][66][67] have noted a significant decrease in sitting times associated with ergonomics awareness. In contrast, although Straker et al [39] found modest decreases in sitting time associated with AHDs, no significant differences were found with 'ergonomics awareness training', analogous to education/information provision.…”

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The effects of introducing electric adjustable height desks in an office setting on workplace physical activity levels: A randomised control field trial

Pierce

Legg

Godfrey

et al. 2019

WOR

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BACKGROUND: Electric adjustable height desks (EAHD) have been promoted as an opportunity for desk based workers to stand at work but there is limited evidence that they have an effect on light physical activity. OBJECTIVE: The main objective was to determine if there would be a change in light physical activity with the introduction of EAHD. The secondary objective was to assess if there was an associated change in leisure time activity. METHODS: Activity levels were measured by step counts, self-reported activity levels and pre-and post-trial recall levels. Statistical analysis of the data was performed with the software R. Generalised linear models were fitted to the data. A Poisson regression was used for count data. Statistical hypotheses were deemed significant if their p values were less than 0.05. RESULTS: There was a significant (p < 0.001) effect on step counts associated with allocation of EAHD and a significant (p < 0.001) increase in self-reported activity for the Intervention (EAHD) group. Having an EAHD was associated with increased activity during leisure (p = 0.039). CONCLUSIONS: Activity levels, especially light physical activity, were significantly increased with the allocation of an electric adjustable height desk. This pilot study showed that the environmental change of introduction of electric adjustable height desks into an office workplace can increase physical activity and reduce sitting durations. There is limited evidence that the increase in work activity has a positive impact on leisure time activity.

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“…Several systematic reviews have confirmed the importance of active workstations in counteracting the effects of sedentary work (9,15). They have highlighted that some amount of standing in an 8-hour work period was beneficial and that active workstations can increase Additional Supporting Information may be found in the online version of this article.…”

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Use of Active Workstations in Individuals with Overweight or Obesity: A Systematic Review

Josaphat

Kugathasan

Reid

et al. 2019

Obesity

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Objective This systematic review aims to collect existing literature and summarize the impact of active workstations on the health and work outcomes of participants with overweight or obesity. Methods Five databases were examined (until March 2018), and the keywords “desk,” “workstation,” “work station,” and “work stations” were used with any one of the following terms: “active,” “bik*,” “cycling,” “height adjustable,” “stepping,” “stand up,” “standing,” “treadmill*,” “walk*,” “elliptical,” “bicycl*,” “pedaling,” “stability ball,” “stability balls,” “exercise ball,” “exercise balls,” “swiss ball,” “swiss balls,” “sit‐to‐stand,” and “sit stand.” Results Nineteen studies (two with school‐aged children) were included in this review. Nine studies used treadmill, three used cycling, one used stepping, and twelve used standing desks. A decrease in sedentary time and an increase in physical activity level and energy expenditure were observed for most of the active workstations. Both the treadmill and the cycle desk improved glycemic control, but the treadmill desk was the only workstation for which improved work performance and help in body‐weight management (body fat percentage, body weight, waist and hip circumference) were reported. Conclusions Active workstations are a promising solution for decreasing occupational sedentariness. Overall, active workstations have a positive impact on energy expenditure and physical activity in individuals with overweight and obesity.

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Implications of sit-stand and active workstations to counteract the adverse effects of sedentary work: A comprehensive review

Abstract: Based on these preliminary data from 26 studies, conducting large scale randomized controlled trials with ergonomic training as their essential component is recommended to understand the benefits of sit-stand workstations for prevention of sedentary work.

Cited by 41 publications

References 47 publications

Impact of a workplace ‘sit less, move more’ program on efficiency-related outcomes of office employees

Impact of a workplace ‘sit less, move more’ program on efficiency-related outcomes of office employees

The effects of introducing electric adjustable height desks in an office setting on workplace physical activity levels: A randomised control field trial

Use of Active Workstations in Individuals with Overweight or Obesity: A Systematic Review

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