An accumulation of medical facts taken from physicians' prescriptions indicates the following to be the primary reason doctors strongly recommend passive standing:
- Promotes better urinary drainage
- Helps improve circulation
- Stretches hamstrings & heel cords
- Helps control spasticity
- Assists in bowel & bladder regularity
- Helps reduce skin breakdown
- Helps to release & prevent contractures
- Exercises the cardiovascular system
- Assists "feeling good"
Even without considering these physiological benefits, the cost of passive standing can be justified when one considers the increased independence and productivity.
Check out this excellent article, written by Dan Peterson, Physical Therapist:
Read these case studies, written by Marjorie D' Alecy, Physiotherapist:
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