Question

What type of posture is described in the following statement? This type of posture occurs when you are performing work that causes you to hold the same posture or position for an extended period of time. Working in such positions can restrict your blood flow and damage your muscles.

Answer 1

static posture, and can cause MSD

Answer 2

Static posture occurs when you are performing work that causes you to hold the same posture or position for an extended period of time. Any posture that is held for a long time is referred to as static posture. Sitting at a computer terminal the whole day is a static posture hazard. A static posture may result in fatigue and even injury over time.