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Inactivity aggravates venous disease

2854 patients with varicose veins, working in a
factory

64.5% had jobs standing in one place

29.2% had jobs requiring prolonged periods of

sitting

6.3% had jobs allowing frequent walking
Santler, R Hautarzt 1956; 10:460
during their shift

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