Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Tom takes long way home after his year abroad; Duo make decision to trek back from South Korea on their bikes


Byline: SARA NICHOL


"We had plenty of time to think about what we want from life and what we want to achieve. Having failed utterly to accomplish this, we equipped ourselves to cycle back to the UK where we can start afresh with a new plan."In the end, the severe blizzard forced us to find shelter in a tunnel under the road. We tried to warm up in our tent, curled up in our sleeping bags. It was too cold to prepare food."Talking about his time in the Gobi Desert, China, Tom said: "Our fingers and toes were numb with our faces burnt by the freezing blast of wind and snow."We need to organise some sort of party for when he gets home."com/doc/?o=RrzKj&doc_id=8 142&v=C3He said: "One day, with severe cramps, diarrhoea, and sickness I knew that I couldn't go anywhere. Mubinjon [a man Tom and Peter stayed with for a night] had the cure - drink an entire pot of scalding tea with spoonfuls of honey in no longer than five minutes.We have met some wonderful people and they have fallen over themselves to offer us shelter and food. Being on the bike is a fantastic way to take all this in at our own pace. We have the whole world in front of us to take in, why would we want to rush it?" Mum Sandra, also of Ashington, said: "I'm very proud of him. We can't wait to see him. There have been some worrying times, particularly when Tom was ill. They have been in some really remote areas, so he really had to be careful."We'd both lost weight and found it increasingly difficult to find equipment, most importantly a bike to fit our size and needs."Tom is due back in the North East at the end of next month, when he plans to write about his amazing experiences.Tom has been keeping a blog of his amazing adventure. You can read it at www.crazyguyonabike.Along the way, Tom has battled mountains and deserts, in weather ranging from freezing cold to searing heat, as well as political unrest, broken bones, a mystery illness and a poisonous spider bite.MOST people would want a quick flight home after working abroad for a year.The adventurous 26-year-old decided to cycle the 7,000 miles home to Ashington, Northumberland, armed only with his passport, camping gear, bike and pal Peter Hoyle.HAIRY MOMENTS Tom McConville WELCOME REST Tom takes a break to admire the view in Bulgaria BORDER CONTROL Tom makes his way into Europe as he enters Turkey FLYING VISIT Tom's pal Peter Hoyle pictured in Dunhuang, China CHILLY Tom wrapped up warm during a stop off in the Gobi Desert, ChinaHe added: "It has been very humbling.Tom, of Ashington, said: "We're a couple of guys from the UK who had just finished a year teaching English in South Korea.It's a journey which began in January and is expected to finish late next month when they land on UK shores.In January, the adventurous pair set off on their challenge of a lifetime when they caught a ferry from Seoul to Lianyungang, China, and their journey began.Taking nine months and travelling through at least 10 countries, the fearless duo, who met while teaching English for a year in South Korea, have tackled extreme weather, gruelling roads and the Gobi Desert, in China."That was not as easy as it first seemed, especially in a country where the average male height is 173cm, and rice and kimchi (spicy cabbage) are the staple diet."He put the tray down and got out his stopwatch. By the end, I was sweating and in a lot of pain. He told me to go to sleep. Despite the pains having doubled I managed to nod off. I awoke two hours later with no pain and no desire to go to the toilet."But when Tom McConville returned from South Korea, there were no comfy reclining seats or onboard movies.Since then they have crossed China, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Iran, Turkey and Bulgaria and they still have Italy and France ahead of them.But the weather wasn't the only problem the lads had to endure. Tom has ended up in a hospital a handful of times after breaking his collar bone, being bitten by a spider and being struck down with a mystery illness.

HAIRY MOMENTS Tom McConville WELCOME REST Tom takes a break to admire the view in Bulgaria BORDER CONTROL Tom makes his way into Europe as he enters Turkey FLYING VISIT Tom's pal Peter Hoyle pictured in Dunhuang, China CHILLY Tom wrapped up warm during a stop off in the Gobi Desert, China




Friday, August 26, 2011

Human Touch(R) Launches Healthcare Professional Program for Chiropractic Practices


Human Touch ® , the U.S. market leader of innovative massage chairs, Perfect Chair® recliners, and other wellness solutions, is pleased to introduce its new Healthcare Professional Program for chiropractic practices during the Florida Chiropractic Association's National Convention & Expo 2011 (FCA National), Aug. 25-28.


"He put the tray down and got out his stopwatch. By the end, I was sweating and in a lot of pain. He told me to go to sleep. Despite the pains having doubled I managed to nod off. I awoke two hours later with no pain and no desire to go to the toilet."The adventurous 26-year-old decided to cycle the 7,000 miles home to Ashington, Northumberland, armed only with his passport, camping gear, bike and pal Peter Hoyle.Program Key BenefitsTom, of Ashington, said: "We're a couple of guys from the UK who had just finished a year teaching English in South Korea.Along the way, Tom has battled mountains and deserts, in weather ranging from freezing cold to searing heat, as well as political unrest, broken bones, a mystery illness and a poisonous spider bite.Tom is due back in the North East at the end of next month, when he plans to write about his amazing experiences.The Healthcare Professional Program is a unique sales and marketing program designed specifically for chiropractic offices to enhance their patients' overall wellness, while enjoying an additional, value-added revenue stream for their practice. Human Touch® will present this new program during FCA National , Aug. 25-28, at The Peabody Orlando, Booth # 509 (9801 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819).We have met some wonderful people and they have fallen over themselves to offer us shelter and food. Being on the bike is a fantastic way to take all this in at our own pace. We have the whole world in front of us to take in, why would we want to rush it?" Mum Sandra, also of Ashington, said: "I'm very proud of him. We can't wait to see him. There have been some worrying times, particularly when Tom was ill. They have been in some really remote areas, so he really had to be careful.He added: "It has been very humbling.

Media Contact: Rachel Neppes BERKMAN for Human Touch® 619.231.9977 x306 (office) 619.405.3917 (cell) Email Contact




Tom takes long way home after his year abroad; Duo make decision to trek back from South Korea on their bikes


Byline: SARA NICHOL


Image Available: http://www2.marketwire.com/mw/frame_mw?attachid=1706420Through this program, patients can enjoy Human Touch® massage chairs and Perfect Chairs in their chiropractors' office, which they can then purchase directly from their chiropractor to use in their own home at an attractive price. Chiropractors can sell Human Touch® chairs directly to their patients, creating an easy way to add new revenue to their practice. Human Touch® handles shipping the product directly to the customer and any customer service needs that may arise. The company also provides chiropractors with all marketing and sales materials, POP displays, and support to make the program successful and easy to manage.Talking about his time in the Gobi Desert, China, Tom said: "Our fingers and toes were numb with our faces burnt by the freezing blast of wind and snow."In the end, the severe blizzard forced us to find shelter in a tunnel under the road. We tried to warm up in our tent, curled up in our sleeping bags. It was too cold to prepare food."He said: "One day, with severe cramps, diarrhoea, and sickness I knew that I couldn't go anywhere. Mubinjon [a man Tom and Peter stayed with for a night] had the cure - drink an entire pot of scalding tea with spoonfuls of honey in no longer than five minutes.But the weather wasn't the only problem the lads had to endure. Tom has ended up in a hospital a handful of times after breaking his collar bone, being bitten by a spider and being struck down with a mystery illness.CAPTION(S):Media Contact: Rachel Neppes BERKMAN for Human Touch® 619.231.9977 x306 (office) 619.405.3917 (cell) Email Contactcom/doc/?o=RrzKj&doc_id=8 142&v=C3"We need to organise some sort of party for when he gets home."Taking nine months and travelling through at least 10 countries, the fearless duo, who met while teaching English for a year in South Korea, have tackled extreme weather, gruelling roads and the Gobi Desert, in China.About Human Touch®It's a journey which began in January and is expected to finish late next month when they land on UK shores."We had plenty of time to think about what we want from life and what we want to achieve. Having failed utterly to accomplish this, we equipped ourselves to cycle back to the UK where we can start afresh with a new plan.MOST people would want a quick flight home after working abroad for a year.But when Tom McConville returned from South Korea, there were no comfy reclining seats or onboard movies."Human Touch massage chairs and Perfect Chairs are the perfect complement to chiropractic treatments. They relax the mind and body so patients can realize maximum advantage during treatments and, after, they maintain optimal body alignment and muscle flexibility to help keep them healthy and happy," says Dr. John Maltby, DC, a member of Human Touch's Wellness Council, as well as the past president of the International Chiropractors Association (ICA) and current ICA Chairman of the Board."We'd both lost weight and found it increasingly difficult to find equipment, most importantly a bike to fit our size and needs."Enhances chiropractic patients' health and wellness in between their treatment sessions: Human Touch® massage chairs and Perfect Chairs offer a therapeutic and comfortable seating option for chiropractic patients in their chiropractor's waiting areas and treatment rooms. Chiropractors can then offer Human Touch® massage chairs and Perfect Chairs directly to patients for daily use in their own homes to enhance their overall wellness and treatment plan. Offers chiropractors an easy, additional revenue stream for their practice: Chiropractors who use Human Touch® massage chairs and Perfect Chairs in their practice have found that when patients are introduced to them, they soon realize the valuable healing and wellness benefits, compelling them to purchase a chair for their own personal use. Human Touch® also provides chiropractic practices with all necessary sales and marketing materials, POP displays and support to help ensure the program's maximum success.Tom has been keeping a blog of his amazing adventure. You can read it at www.crazyguyonabike.Since then they have crossed China, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Iran, Turkey and Bulgaria and they still have Italy and France ahead of them.In January, the adventurous pair set off on their challenge of a lifetime when they caught a ferry from Seoul to Lianyungang, China, and their journey began.In forming the Healthcare Professional Program, Human Touch® has consulted with three respected chiropractors to ensure its success, Drs. John K. Maltby, Shawn Henry Dill and Jon Stucky, who are also members of the Human Touch® Wellness Council. The Human Touch® Wellness Council comprises an esteemed panel of experts from various disciplines -- including doctors, professional athletes, massage therapists and fitness experts -- dedicated to educating people about how to achieve a healthier and happier life through regular massage, relaxation, sound posture, and other wellness practices."That was not as easy as it first seemed, especially in a country where the average male height is 173cm, and rice and kimchi (spicy cabbage) are the staple diet.

HAIRY MOMENTS Tom McConville WELCOME REST Tom takes a break to admire the view in Bulgaria BORDER CONTROL Tom makes his way into Europe as he enters Turkey FLYING VISIT Tom's pal Peter Hoyle pictured in Dunhuang, China CHILLY Tom wrapped up warm during a stop off in the Gobi Desert, China




Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Living Room Furniture for Original Home Decorators


Most homeowners contact a trained professional to help them decorate their new abode. But a poor economy and increased access to home improvement centers has encouraged many to attempt the unthinkable�decorating their own homes. In this article we will focus on the hardest room in the home to decorate, the living room.


There are various types of furniture like the furniture for seating, surfaces, resting, storage, set and others. The seating furniture will include chair, bean bag, bench,Coffee tables are the reason they invented coasters. Just kidding! But it may very well be true. When entertaining guests, people need a place to put their drinks, and the coffee table is really the only option in the living room. Coffee table books were created just so guests would have something to read while they relaxed on a sofa or in a chair. But the modern coffee table also serves as the decorative cent of the room. No, it might not be where most people are looking when they sit down, that would be the television set. But it is where most people look when they first enter the room. As such, the coffee table can be used to set the decorative tone of the room.Best of all, they give the home decorator more space for necessary furniture. The giant entertainment centers of old are no longer necessary. These days, people can either mount a flat screen set directly on the wall or purchase a small media console or cabinet.The surface type of furniture may include table, desk, end table, coffee table, and folding table. The resting type of furniture is mostly bed and recliner. Furniture sets will be a vanity set, dining set, and bedroom set. Other types are like garden and aquarium furniture, and built-in furniture, and wall furniture. For whatever types of furniture, the considerations for shopping and choosing are very similar. Fidetips.com http://www.fidetips.com/shopping has many tips about home shopping.Sofa, stool chair, footstool, rocking chair, love seat, single seat, ottoman, recliner, and settee. The storage furniture include chest, China cabinet, Credenza, Armoire cabinet, bookcase, cabinet, cupboard, curio, dresser, sofa, sideboard, wardrobe, filing cabinet, hat stand, and storage wall.After deciding which type of furniture to purchase, you will need to find out the size of it. Measuring the area where the furniture will be, and then find the right size of the furniture that will fit in it. Also consider if the path which the furniture will be moved into the house, make sure that it will go through the doors, windows, hallways, elevators and stairs. Other things need to be considered are your budget, the material of the furniture that will be comfortable for you and your family.Researches will give you the ideas such as the web for catalogs, home programs, books, magazines, websites and show rooms. There are many search engine websites for you to search these websites easily.The television is the natural focal point of the modern living room, which means that all furniture must be grouped around it. Even so, the sofa is the item that should be put in place before all others. Many homeowners make the mistake of selecting a television that is simply too large for their limited space. Even if you are planning on doing a lot of entertaining, it is never a good idea to buy a set that will absolutely dominate the room.Sectional sofas are a simple solution to this problem. In the past, the family room was for the family. Huge television sets with relatively small scenes meant that families rarely invited people over to watch the tube. But technology has changed all that. The home theater has become a reality.End tables are the perfect complement to larger sofas and standalone love seats and chairs. Not to mention the fact that they give people a place to place their drinks. Just remember the coasters!Why is the living room so hard to arrange? As you may know, the living room is also known as the family room, which means that it should have something for everyone in the family. Most homeowners decorate these rooms based on the needs of their brood. They must also consider their guests. In addition to the kitchen, the living room is the place people gather when they are invited over. It might be to watch the Super Bowl or to celebrate an anniversary. Whatever the reason, the living room must have adequate seating.If you are replacing slings, it is likely you are doing an entire set of patio furniture. If this is the case, you can choose brand new colors in solids, stripes, floral or other patterns for your patio chair slings, recliner slings, or ottoman slings. Your pool, patio, or lawn furniture can be completely recovered for much less than it would cost to replace with similar quality patio furniture. If you don�t want to try to tackle this job yourself, look for a company that provides complete restoration, repair, or refurbishing of patio, pool, lawn, porch, and deck furniture. Companies like this can usually also refinish wrought iron parts that have rusted or corroded, or need to be recoated. These companies will pick up your old patio furniture, re-strap, re-lace and repair it so that it looks new, and return it back to your country club, back yard or outdoor area. Sling repair costs for a single chair can run between $100 and $150 depending on what needs to be repaired or replaced. This is very inexpensive compared to replacing a Brown Jordan patio chair that retails for around $600.Think about if the color, texture and pattern will make everyone in the family happy, many times everyone may need to compromise to an extent. You may like to think about if the style will be country, casual, contemporary, traditional, classic, or eclectic. Another thing to consider is if the furniture will be used in the living room, bed room, kitchen, bath room, or garage, because different areas will have different requirement for its furniture. If you have children and pets, then you will also need to consider if they will be able to access and use the furniture if they are allowed to.Three piece living room sets have been around for decades. They often include a sofa, a loveseat, and a recliner. The great thing about these sets is that they offer your family a range of seating options. If dad prefers the recliner, he is welcome to it. If mom likes to curl up on the loveseat, she is free to do so. And it that still leaves a sofa for the kids. The downside is it won�t leave room for company. The standard three piece set is designed for five people.

With just a little time and patience on your part, your expertly arranged living room will be the envy of every Feng-Shui Master on the block!




Author: Steven Gates


Patio Chair and Chaise Sling Repair and Sling Replacement


Slings on patio chairs, recliners, chaises and ottomans can all wear out over time due to sun damage and hard use. Some of the best-made patio furniture needs slings replaced about every eight to ten years. Since it is so much cheaper to replace the slings than to purchase new patio furniture, sling replacement and sling repair is a necessary procedure. Even replacing the slings on one patio chair can be a daunting job requiring a lot of muscle and force to get the slings tight enough on the chair.


These units are great for people who need extra space to store their various television accessories. This could include a cable or satellite box, a DVD or Blu-Ray player, and movies. As appealing as it may be to simply mount a television set to the wall, more often than not homeowners need someplace to store accessories.

If you are replacing slings, it is likely you are doing an entire set of patio furniture. If this is the case, you can choose brand new colors in solids, stripes, floral or other patterns for your patio chair slings, recliner slings, or ottoman slings. Your pool, patio, or lawn furniture can be completely recovered for much less than it would cost to replace with similar quality patio furniture. If you don�t want to try to tackle this job yourself, look for a company that provides complete restoration, repair, or refurbishing of patio, pool, lawn, porch, and deck furniture. Companies like this can usually also refinish wrought iron parts that have rusted or corroded, or need to be recoated. These companies will pick up your old patio furniture, re-strap, re-lace and repair it so that it looks new, and return it back to your country club, back yard or outdoor area. Sling repair costs for a single chair can run between $100 and $150 depending on what needs to be repaired or replaced. This is very inexpensive compared to replacing a Brown Jordan patio chair that retails for around $600.




Author: Sue McCrossin


How to Shop for a Furniture


Furniture is an important part for everyone in everyday life, people use furniture to work, play, rest, eat and do other activities. If our furniture becomes too worn out, we will need to shop for new furniture to replace it. There are online and walk-in stores for us to shop for and buy the furniture. If will be a great idea to shop around on the web to find the right price, quality and size furniture. Fortunately, most furniture stores have a website for us to visit. There are many brands and types of furniture that we will consider.


With just a little time and patience on your part, your expertly arranged living room will be the envy of every Feng-Shui Master on the block!A basic rule of decorating is that you should start with the larger pieces and work your way down. The process is complicated a bit by the addition of new technologies. Flat screen televisions have had a dramatic effect on the way Americans decorate certain rooms. Because they are much bigger and more impressive than their predecessors, people are doing more entertaining than ever before, which means they need more commodious seating options.As the name implies, a home theater attempts to recreate the experience of watching a movie in the home. It generally includes a large screen television, a speaker system, and a movie player. Of course, these systems can also be used to improve every aspect of regular television viewing. This is all possible due to the flat screen television set. Flat screen televisions are larger, thinner, lighter, and provide a vastly superior picture compared to old cathode ray tube (CRT) sets.Replacement slings should be made from durable, quality fabrics that can withstand outdoor elements. The last thing you want is someone falling through the sling on your patio chair. The best slings are made from high strength vinyl coated polyester that is UV protected. Fabric styles and colors can be matched to high-end patio furniture manufacturers names like Brown Jordan, Winston, Homecrest, Woodard, Telescope, Mallin, Lyon Shaw, Innova, Meadowcraft, Medallion, Molla, Carter Grandle, Crown Leisure, Superior, and Tropitone, giving your patio furniture a new look and a new life for 2010.Focal Point

Researches will give you the ideas such as the web for catalogs, home programs, books, magazines, websites and show rooms. There are many search engine websites for you to search these websites easily.




Author: Teeny Ingberg


Child Recliners - Answers to Common Questions About These Kid Pleasers


Child recliners are a product that�s becoming increasing popular as a gift. These recliners mimic the styles and functionality on adult reclining chairs in most ways.


Let me pause here for a moment. It is very ironic that I would be writing an article about massage recliners because I am a certified massage therapist. As a therapist my first goal is to help the client get healthy. Sometimes I refer a client to a chiropractor or to an acupuncturist that can better serve the clients needs. The same is true about massage recliners. With new technology massage recliners have advanced beyond clunky massage rollers to high tech massagers that can emulate the human touch.Over 8 years old and/or 100 pounds the chairs tend to be too small for the child. You might ask why someone doesn�t make a larger or in-between size chair to bridge the 9 year old to adult range. This is most likely due to shipping costs. Child recliners for small children can be shipped via ground service. Chairs made larger would have to be shipped via freight carriers that would make the chairs expensive.Another benefit seldom discussed is clearer thinking. When you are out of body pain and the range of motion is restored to your neck, your mind can better concentrate on your everyday tasks.Rates for a massage therapist can range from $40 to $100 depending on the therapist�s level of training and the city they are located in. Massage recliners are not cheap and can cost thousands of dollars. But over time, a massage recliner can pay for itself and provide many health benefits. Other considerations of cost savings are other family members using the massage recliner. In addition, some massage recliners are very stylish and are a handsome addition to any home d�cor.* Improves lymphatic flow. The act of massaging and kneading the muscles increases blood flow. Health benefits are better circulation and absorption of nutritional elements into the muscles and tissues. In addition, kneading the muscles helps clear out toxins out of the muscles.Mr Allen Turner, of Honley, and his family, raised pounds 2,000 to buy two special chairs for Ward 10 at the hospital. The chairs recline and swivel to aid patients' mobility after surgery.Health Benefits of Massage

If you have more questions about children�s furniture, please email me at craig@wcteam.com.




Author: Craig J. Clark


Patient's hospital donation


A CANCER patient has said "thanks" to the staff who treated him at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary.


It�s your choice. Buy a massage recliner or call a massage therapist. Either one that you choose will have many health benefits. To make your buying decision easy I�d suggest scheduling two or three appointments with a certified or licensed massage therapist. Then try several brands and models of massage recliners to compare results.Mr Turner was treated for bowel cancer in 2010. He raised the money with donations in lieu of presents for his 60th birthday and through an Open House organised by his wife Sheila.[bar] SITTING COMFORTABLY: Allen Turner sits in one of the special chairs he bought as a thank-you gift for the care he received at the HRI. Seen with him are staff from Ward 10 at the hospital. (S)

[bar] SITTING COMFORTABLY: Allen Turner sits in one of the special chairs he bought as a thank-you gift for the care he received at the HRI. Seen with him are staff from Ward 10 at the hospital. (S)




Benefits of Massage Recliners vs. a Massage Therapist


After a long hard day at the office wouldn�t it be nice to get a massage. Unfortunately you have to first find a certified or licensed massage therapist. If you�re lucky and happen to know someone or have a regular therapist you work with, you still have to schedule an appointment. After you call and set the time you�ll have to get back into your car and drive to therapist�s office.


If you have more questions about children�s furniture, please email me at craig@wcteam.com.I�m writing this to answer some of the most common questions we get about this wonderful gift.Copyright 2005 Wayne McDonald* Massage therapy produces the �feel good chemical�, the same endorphins that are increased after working out at the gym. This �feel good chemical� helps speed recovery, reduces pain and reduces anxiety.It�s not a good idea to purchase these recliners for children under 2. Children under 2 often want to stand on the seat of the recliners while holding onto the chair back. This can cause the recliner to tip over backwards. Children over 2 are more able to understand this tipping concept and the problem is negated.I hope this helps you with your search.There are many health benefits from a massage from a trained therapist or a massage recliner. A trained massage therapist knows how to get the kinks out of your back and relieve the muscle tension from everyday stress. Massage recliners have superior technology and do more than rub your back. New models from Human Touch, iJoy, Panasonic and Sanyo can also massage the legs, feet, arms and shoulders.Another frequently asked question is �does this chair recliner.� Yes, they do. Although, they generally do not have lifting mechanisms like adult recliners have. That is why there is no lever on the right hand side of the chair. To put the chair in the reclining position the footrest has to be pulled up manually. Most children can accomplish this themselves, but very young children may need an adult�s help.In today�s world most of us want instant gratification and have limited time in our hectic life. If money was no object most of us would get a massage every week, or possibly two or three times a week.Another benefit of a massage recliner is the fact it is a recliner chair. Anybody who has ever sat in a recliner knows how comfortable it is. Even if you do not activate the features of the massage recliner, the recliner itself has health benefits. The simple act of just sitting in a comfortable chair relaxes your body and eases body tension.By far the most frequently asked question is �what is the right size recliner for my child,� �will my child fit in this chair,� or some other variation. The good news is that it�s a pretty simple question to answer. Child recliners vary in size only slightly. Almost without exception they will work for kids between the ages of 2 and 8 years old and under 100 pounds.

Copyright 2005 Wayne McDonald




Author: Wayne McDonald


Massage and Wellness Leader Human Touch(R) Celebrates Baby Boomer Wellness Month in August @HTFeelBetter


Human Touch® , the U.S. market leader of innovative massage chairs, Perfect Chair® recliners, and other wellness solutions, continually recognizes its social responsibility to educate, inspire and support people in all aspects of health and well-being. Throughout the month of August, Human Touch® celebrates Baby Boomer Wellness Month to help boomers achieve optimal health and wellness in their everyday lives.


In order to move the company forward in 2001, the Ekornes Collection, and indeed Stressless, realised that matching designs creates new opportunities and therefore this idea began to be produced. By combining fixed back features and reclining in an integrated layer the idea hit worldwide and sales exceeded 1 Billion (Norwegian kroner) Due to this success, in 2003 the company launched a tailor made home theatre and in 2004, with a brand new factory which today is one of the most modern furniture factories in the world and a re-design of the logo, new branding was rolled out. Also at this time, Stressless Furniture, production capacity increased substantially through advanced use of robotics. 2005 saw the introduction of Stressless paradise, the first low back sofa with all the trademark features. At the same time a roomy and comfortable corner solution known as Ekornes fairy tale was launched and both products became popular worldwide.Now, whether you whether you enjoy having a quick nap in the afternoon, watching your favorite TV program or reading you favorite novel, swivel recliners from Lane�s would be a very good seat to have. With the easy glide feature it has, who says you still have to stand up just to get something close to you?With this company, they make sure that the product could bring more than just a relaxing touch. As an addition, they tried to make recliners as comfortable as possible. This, they did successfully, by using the right combination of material and craftsmanship.From their humble beginning, the company has now turned and produced popular home beneficial home furnishings. Of course, the most popular from the list of their products are the Lane recliners.Boomers can also visit Human Touch's Wellness Council blog to read weekly posts from Wellness Council members about various health topics, such as fitness, healthy diet, exercise, sleep, stress management, and more.Although, the father and son didn�t invent these pieces, they were able to improve their comfort and beauty.Aside from these recliners, there are still other pieces from this company that could be match your house perfectly. Get online to find that Lane furniture that will match your homes d�cor.Having been founded in Norway, by 1980 sales exceeded 100 million (Norwegian Kroner) due to an unconditional success of the comfort the product supplied, and by 1981 the wooden base was introduced as the first model with this characteristic, making it known as the Stressless furniture Royal Recliner. This recliner is still one of the best sellers in the market today. Next came the launch of the patented plus system in 1991, a whole decade later. In this time Ekornes had grown to an international market and been awarded several prizes including the Norwegian Export Prize. The patented plus system consolidated its position as the most comfortable swivel recliner. This was mainly due to it's pioneering automatic adjustment of the lumbar support and headrest, making it the first chair that people could watch tv and read whilst leaning back.With rocker recliners, there is no reason why you wouldn�t want to be home right after work and enjoy a nice movie. With such furniture, you can just rest your head and rock yourself to sleep.

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Do You Need Help To Choose Lane Recliners?


Having something at home that could give you relaxation would be great. For that, you might want to look at the popular Lane recliners. These amazing chairs are of course from Lane home furnishings.


Another interesting thing about these lounging chairs is that there different designs to choose from. There are rocker recliners, swivel recliners and even loveseat recliners.1993 saw the launch of the Stressless sofa based on the idea that people need to be able to move individually just as much when sitting in a sofa as in a recliner. By 1996 this idea was then rolled out using the same design in two or three different sizes. It became known as a sofa that took into account comfortability for all people no matter their shape or their size. The next milestone came in 1999 when the company decided to enhance the plus system and add an extension known today as the sleep function. This mechanism added to the headrest enabled the user to choose where the headrest would be positioned, yet again this was a pioneering innovation and it all started with Stressless furniture.With the help of Human Touch's esteemed Wellness Council members, such as Naturopathic Physician Dr. James Rouse; NCAA, NBA and Sportscasting Legend Bill Walton; Aroma-Herbalist Mindy Green; Renowned Runner, Author, Lecturer and Coach Jeff Galloway; and many others, boomers will have the opportunity to receive valuable healthy lifestyle tips, connect with other boomers on Human Touch's online communities, and get a chance to win a Human Touch® foot-and-calf massager .Add to Digg Bookmark with del.icio.us Add to NewsvineMedia Contacts: Rachel Neppes BERKMAN for Human Touch® 619.405.3917 (cell) 619.231.9977 x306 (office) Email Contact Colleen Rugg BERKMAN for Human Touch® 619.997.4930 (cell) Email ContactAbove anything else, recliners are meant to allow people to chill out. Because of how it is positioned and design, you can, without a doubt feel relax. The material that is used for this recliner also helps to give a relaxed feeling.A company that sprung out from a father�s dream for his child is now among the most credible companies, when it comes to home furniture. Lane home furnishing started in 1912 by making red chests. It is a venture of a father and son, each of them contributing skills, management and eye for quality.So, why not share this comfort with your love one? With a loveseat recliner, then you and your sweetheart can truly enjoy a good weekend cuddling with each other.To enter to win the foot-and-calf massager, boomers need to visit the Human Touch® Wellness Center on Facebook at 1 pm PDT on Aug. 30 , "like" the page, and answer a wellness question posted by a surprise Wellness Council member. The winner will be chosen at random and announced on the Human Touch® Facebook and Twitter pages @HTFeelBetter at 5 pm PDT on Aug. 31 .About Human Touch®In pushing the boundaries of its traditional massage chairs and wellness products through advanced proprietary technology and innovation, Human Touch® is focused on infusing health and wellness into everyday lives through high-quality, design-oriented and award-winning massage chairs, Zero-Gravity Perfect Chair® Recliners and other wellness products and solutions. Human Touch® has been making people feel better® for more than 30 years by developing state-of-the-art massage and wellness products, as well as by providing valuable consumer education about the substantial health and wellness benefits of regular massage therapy, relaxation and proper posture. Stress relief, increased range of motion, pain relief, improved circulation and increased immunity are just some of the valuable health benefits associated with regular massage therapy. Human Touch® products are available at back care specialty stores, fine furniture stores across the country, through international retailers and distributors in more than 40 countries, as well as online at www.humantouch.com .Aside from the types of fabrics used, these recliners are created in various colors. This is very important especially in interior designing wherein a specific theme or ambience must be followed. With a large color selection, designers or homeowners may just picked out one kind and match them with their house style or motif.

Aside from these recliners, there are still other pieces from this company that could be match your house perfectly. Get online to find that Lane furniture that will match your homes d�cor.




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A Little History on Stressless Furniture


Sometime in 1971 Stressless furniture introduced the first recliner that was designed to meet your body's needs in the way of support and movement when seated. It became an international success from it's charachteristics, as the recliner was a revolution for Stressless furniture in comfort and functionality. Due to two patented features this recliner is the only one of its kind in the market and is regarded as the ultimate recliner. It is separated by two systems, one being the glide that follows your every movement and the other looking at correct neck and lumbar support known as the plus system.


The latest post comes from Wellness Council member Dr. James Rouse , a nationally recognized naturopathic physician. The post, called "Baby Boomers Can Count on Living to 100" , offers boomers tips and advice for achieving a healthier diet and lifestyle. Dr. Rouse writes regularly for boomers, hosts "Optimum Wellness" TV segments and is also an Ironman triathlete, and QVC Network Wellness Specialist, among many other things. Dr. Rouse also uses Human Touch massage chairs and Perfect Chairs as part of his daily lifestyle routine, and is key believer in the health and wellness benefits that regular massage, relaxation, and stress relief provide.So, what makes these recliners so popular? Now, that is a very good question as there have been other companies out there who have tried and competed against them. Gladly, Lane remain at the top.

In order to move the company forward in 2001, the Ekornes Collection, and indeed Stressless, realised that matching designs creates new opportunities and therefore this idea began to be produced. By combining fixed back features and reclining in an integrated layer the idea hit worldwide and sales exceeded 1 Billion (Norwegian kroner) Due to this success, in 2003 the company launched a tailor made home theatre and in 2004, with a brand new factory which today is one of the most modern furniture factories in the world and a re-design of the logo, new branding was rolled out. Also at this time, Stressless Furniture, production capacity increased substantially through advanced use of robotics. 2005 saw the introduction of Stressless paradise, the first low back sofa with all the trademark features. At the same time a roomy and comfortable corner solution known as Ekornes fairy tale was launched and both products became popular worldwide.




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Why Choose Discount Recliner Chairs


A recliner chair is more comfortable than an ordinary chair because you can alter it to your preferred sitting position. Many of them allow you to turn around in a complete circle, making the chair very useful in offices. You can also use one in your homes when there is a need to constantly grab or move things around in your working area. By making use of such a reclining chair, you do not have to stand up every time you need to reach out for something that is not in front of you, while maintaining a relaxed position. But such a chair can be more expensive. If you do not have the budget for it but would really like to have one, you can try purchasing one from stores selling discount recliner chairs that are on the market.


They say size doesn't matter, but Beinn a'Chlaidheimh is smarting after being stripped of its lofty Munro status. A new survey of the mountain, which stands in the remote Fisherfield Forest between Loch Maree and Little Loch Broom in Wester Ross, shows it doesn't quite rise to the 3000ft challenge, the benchmark for Munrodom.Uptown Recliner Chairs will become more supple with age and bring you superior comfort to your home for 15 to 20 years. The lively colors will not rub off or fade except in strong or direct sunlight over long periods of time. It has created fire resistant leather that emits no toxic fumes, even when exposed to intense heat age wrinkles. The long lasting leather has properties which make it superior to other upholstery materials even as aging occurs. The "breathes", assumes body temperature rapidly and is instantaneously comfortable, making it cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

Discount Recliner Chairsare available from a simple patio style design to an ultra plush chair that you can put even in the most luxurious home or office. There are all kinds of upholstery that are used in the construction of a chair, which comes in various colors and shades. Buying a discounted item allows you to save a lot on your purchase without robbing yourself from a means to relax both your body and mind.




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Supreme Comfort and Stylish Recliner Chairs


Modern Lounge Chair : Want to give your living room a touch of supreme comfort and style at the same time? Invest in a good recliner chairs. Reclining Lounge Chairs are great when you want to come back from work and stretch those tired muscles, sit down with a book or simply relax and catch up with friends. Contemporary lounge chairs come in a variety of styles and materials and are packed with adjustable features. Ergonomic Lounge Recliner chairs ensure that your back is as comfortable as you are. Living Room Recliners are a decor must-have in today�s fast paced modern world.


The National Park Service said new stairs and elevators would be installed within the 305ft (93m) statue, but Liberty Island would remain open. The statue, dedicated in 1886, was given to the US by France and during her long career she has seen some hair-raising moments.Discount Recliner Chairsare available from a simple patio style design to an ultra plush chair that you can put even in the most luxurious home or office. There are all kinds of upholstery that are used in the construction of a chair, which comes in various colors and shades. Buying a discounted item allows you to save a lot on your purchase without robbing yourself from a means to relax both your body and mind.Beinn a'Chlaidheimh was one of three mountains remeasured by the Munro Society using satellite technology. This has proved a tad more accurate than the system used by mountaineer Sir Hugh Munro, who produced his first list of peaks over 3000ft in 1891.the Statue of Liberty

The bonnie recliner chairs is available only in fully powered version which has three motors for the independent controls for the footrest, backrest and headrest. The Bonnie Reclining chairs achieves the perfect balance between contemporary style, and decadent comfort. Use it to complete your office, or to add luxury to your living room, this leather recliner chairs is certain to become your favorite place to sit.




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Munro baggingComplete your home theater and watch movies in comfort and style with this Penthouse Lounger. Nothing adds to the enjoyment of sitting down to your favorite flick in your own home theater like comfortable seating. Our Penthouse Lounger will beckon you to sink in and relax as you view your movie in luxury. These amazing lounge recliner chairs feature wide 6-inch arm rests and convenient cup holders for your favorite concessions. Lean back and put your feet up as you recline the seat back and take full advantage of the footrest.It was found to be 913.96 metres (2998.6ft), rather than the previous map height of 916m (3004ft). It means the summit falls just short of the 914.4m (3000ft) Munro threshold by around 18ins.Discount recliner chairs are by no means inferior to regularly priced chairs. They are made from the same materials and were produced with the same quality standards. Most of the discounted items that are sold are leftover of previous stocks or styles that belong to a previous product line of a manufacturer. There are a lot of styles that you can choose from which will fit your home or office decorations. One major advantage of using a reclining chair instead is the way it can take stress off from your spine. You can always find a use for it in your office, if you want to take a break from your work and relax. You can also use it in your home for placement in your patio or poolside.The bonnie recliner chairs is available only in fully powered version which has three motors for the independent controls for the footrest, backrest and headrest. The Bonnie Reclining chairs achieves the perfect balance between contemporary style, and decadent comfort. Use it to complete your office, or to add luxury to your living room, this leather recliner chairs is certain to become your favorite place to sit.So poor wee Beinn a'Chlaidheimh now becomes a Corbett, the term for mountains between 2500ft (762m) and 3000ft. You can call it Ronnie for short.It's been a bad week for ...Discount recliner chairs can be found through traditional and online outlets and both have their own advantages. For traditional store buyers, they can actually have a look and feel the merchandise since it is physically present. They can try a particular model for comfort first before actually buying it. However, you need to go from store to store if you are very picky on your choice. If you are not so picky, you will fare better with online shopping. There are more brands and models that are available on one site and you can easily compare features and prices side by side.A leather Bonnie chair that turns into a recliner and works optimally as both-are we dreaming. And in the process, disengage your mental gears so that you do the kind of relaxed thinking that�s most productive.Amy Recliner Chair is beautifully upholstered with leather and executive styling. Amy Recliner Chairs offers ergonomic and generous spacing with adjustable features. Amy chair has a height adjustable base to fit everyone�s needs. Create a mystifying aura with this highly versatile Uptown Recliner Chairs. Discover the rich comfort of quality seating with our Uptown Recliner Chairs. This chair represents the functionality and comfort of modern design elements in furniture.

So poor wee Beinn a'Chlaidheimh now becomes a Corbett, the term for mountains between 2500ft (762m) and 3000ft. You can call it Ronnie for short.




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