Stressless® and the American Chiropractic Association

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Stressless® and the American Chiropractic Association - 15.11.2006

Stressless® and the American Chiropractic Association

"The average person spends a great deal of time sitting in chairs and sofas. Therefore, it is very important to choose furnishings that are built using sound ergonomic principles. Ekornes uses those very principles and that is why the ACA is proud to endorse Stressless® seating by Ekornes," Donald J. Krippendorf, D.C., President of the American Chiropractic Association.

In February 2003, the Stressless recliner, manufactured by Ekornes, was given the endorsement of the American Chiropractic Association. To date, the Stressless is the only consumer chair available that carries this endorsement.

Two features of the Stressless have contributed most to garner the support of the ACA. The Plus™ System moves the headrest slightly forward as the chair glides back, allowing for easy reading, television watching or net surfing. Then, with a quick snap of the headrest, it lies flat for maximum relaxation. In addition, the Stressless incorporates a lumbar support system that matches the changing contours of one's lumbar area. As the chair glides to recline, the lumbar area curves outward to offer continual support of the lower back area.

The chair features are further enhanced by choosing the correct Stressless size. Ekornes was the first company in the market to take into account that people with different builds need to have different chair sizes in order to sit comfortably. Ekornes has been producing the Stressless® designs in various sizes since 1996. Currently, all 12 Stressless® recliner styles come in two sizes, with some styles available in three.