Yes, A persons length from head to toe is greater after lying for a long period of time. This is because the gravitational stress on our joints is not present when one is lying down flat. This is a fact that has been known for a very long time, and was proven recently on a discovery television show called "Mythbusters.". the answer is yes. you are taller laying down than you are standing up.
Lying down.
Standing up or lying down.
When you are standing up, the weight of your body makes the ligaments in between your bones compress, when you lie down, they relax and decompress, hence, you are slightly taller in the morning. Just by a small amount, but still.
If you are standing during the day, the weight of your body will compress your vertebrae a little bit, resulting in a slight reduction in height. While you sleep lying down, the compression eases, resulting in a slightly taller frame at the time you get out of bed.
Sheep primarily sleep lying down, although they are capable of dozing while standing. They feel most comfortable and get their deepest rest when lying down.
It is easiest while standing up.
in which situation you exert more force downward, standing or lying horizantilly?
More lbs. per square inch standing up than lying down.
Are you slightly longer standing up verses laying down?
Elephants do not lie down and sleep. They sleep standing. You know why? They are afraid ants might get into their trunks
well I've seen baby giant pandas eating lying down and the giant pandas sometimes stand or sit