Today’s modern automotive seating offers significant advancements in comfort and support.  However, despite these advances, as consumers spend more and more time in their cars, they want more comfort; seat ergonomics remains one of the top concerns of the automobile industry.  And from a biomechanical standpoint, no matter how well a seat is designed or how well it supports the spine, joints and soft tissues surrounding the spine will fatigue without regular intervals of motion.

 

ACA’s new endorsed partner, Comfort Motion Technologies, LLC, has created an innovative solution that offers a seat occupant the option of initiating Comfort Motion Technologies (CMT) software, which takes them through a series of subtle movements in their position to increase blood flow and reduce pressure on the spine. These subtle movements are automated on a repeating cycle providing enhanced comfort while maintaining a safe range of operation for all mirrors, pedals and driving instruments.

 

The concept for the CMT seat software was introduced by Dr. Paul Phipps, an Indianapolis sports chiropractor who specializes in ergonomic and sports biomechanics of the spine. While in private practice, Dr. Phipps found many patients complaining of chronic back pain or measurable discomfort after driving in their cars.

 

Comfort Motion Technologies is currently working with original equipment manufacturers in the automotive and mass transportation industries.  Many of you may have tried the automotive seat recently at ACA’s National Chiropractic Legislative Conference this past March.  You will soon see this same CMT seat software available on some future vehicles for sale in North America.  Be sure to check it out -- for the benefit of you and your patients.

 

 

 

What is Contour by Kensington?  Simply put – it’s a suite of expertly, engineered ergonomic features for their line of notebook cases. They include:

 

·         Contour panel – proprietary panel engineered to bring weight closer to the body to increase comfort and reduce shoulder and back fatigue up to 35%

·         Weight Distribution System – intelligent pocket system distributes your heavier items so your bag feels lighter

·         Lumbar Support – curved and adjustable support reduces fatigue by shifting weight onto the hips in backpacks

·         Shock Absorbing Shoulder Strap -- curved to increase comfort and reduce slippage

 

Whether you’re dashing through the airport, or using your laptop at a local Café Kensington has the perfect case for you. Choose from several models in the following four series -- Traveler, Terrain, Cargo and Balance.

 

Tom Pscheidt, Kensington’s Global Ergonomics Product Manager, says “Kensington takes a proactive stance on promoting wellness rather than simply compensating for discomfort or blindly following a hodgepodge of poorly-understood rules on ergonomics." "Computers are people's windows for communication, entertainment, and work," states Pscheidt. "Kensington gives you the tools to make computing a more comfortable and productive experience."

 

ACA members receive discounts off the manufacturer’s suggested retail price. To view the Kensington Contour line of cases visit their Web site at www.Kensington.com. For additional information contact Kensington at 800-235-6708.