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7/22/2010
It’s official – Britain needs to calm down. Nearly half the nation has at one time or another suffered from stress because of bad work-life balance[1]. According to the Labour Force Survey, a stressed out nation accounted for an estimated 11.4 million lost working days in Britain[2]. Employees also claim their work stress levels affect their home life, with half saying it impacted on their health and 41% reporting it was detrimental to their social life. While it’s often hard to control stress levels at work, there is something we can do about it at home. Oregon Scientific, global experts in smart living technology, is encouraging Britain to create good karma and turn their homes into sanctuaries of peace and calm. With the launch of the new Wellness Collection, Oregon Scientific has developed a range of innovative and effective devices especially designed to relieve stress and help you live better. So whether you need to relax an aching body or soothe a tired mind, the Wellness Collection can create good karma in your very own front room. Relieve stress In a world with ever-increasing demands and stress, we’re continually looking for more effective ways to relax. Current trends show that we’re making greater use of relaxation products to recreate a spa experience at home. Massage increases flexibility, relaxes tight muscles and removes toxins from the body all of which, in turn, reduce sensations of pain and stress. As well as easing aching muscles, massage can reduce the frequency of headaches[4]. In a recent study, people with a history of migraines who had a 45-minute weekly massage had fewer headaches than those who didn’t receive massages. Oregon Scientific’s i.comfort 3D Massage Seat is a world first and the only massage seat to combine a unique 3D function with strength control and optical sensors for an authentic massage experience. The 3D movement of two massage heads that adjust automatically to the individual contours of your back, will invigorate and de-stress like a pair of hands kneading - allowing you to enjoy a salon-style Shiatsu massage in the comfort of your own home. A timer function ensures that you always receive the recommended length of time for a massage. Heighten the experience further by personalising your settings on the remote control so you can truly escape! For more portable options, why not try the stylish i.comfort Massage Cushion – its compact yet stylish design means you can relieve tired aching muscles at home or in the office. Or there’s the i.comfort All Purpose Massager, another world’s first from Oregon Scientific. It is flexible and easy to use and able to target tense muscles all over your body - in the neck, lower back, upper back, shoulders and legs – any time. The award winning i.comfort Mini Massager is battery operated and compact enough to fit in a handbag or briefcase, making it totally portable and able to be used anywhere, any time. It has an easy ‘press-to-knead’ function and has two massage nodules to vary the relaxing sensation. But what if you need to relax your mind instead of your body? The use of light and aromatherapy is the perfect way to zone out, unwind and distress after a long day. In fact, studies have shown that aromatherapy can reduce the perception of stress, increase contentment, and decrease levels of cortisol, the “stress hormone.” One of the quickest ways to relax in your home is to find a quiet, darkened room and create a calming space. The i.relax All Senses Aroma Diffuser is a unique product that creates a naturally tranquil environment and can immediately stimulate a state of calm. The i.Relax All Senses Aroma Diffuser has been developed using advanced ultrasonic technology and uses three holistic therapies, aroma therapy, light therapy and sound therapy, to relax the mind and body. Plus an inbuilt alarm clock and timer function mean you can wake up invigorated by your favourite essential oil, arrive home to a scent of calm or even fall asleep to a restful aroma. Living Better Creating a pure environment is key to healthy wellbeing and recent trends suggest that we’re trying to create cleaner, more tranquil spaces in which to live in order to escape the chaos of our every day lives. Studies have shown that light therapy can effectively treats mood disorders and mild degrees of depression, helping create a feeling of calm and wellbeing. The i.wake Up Clock is a dawn simulator that makes waking up on dark winter mornings a more enjoyable, natural experience. Over a pre-set period of time, the i.wake Up Clock gradually increases illumination to simulate a natural sunrise, leaving you more refreshed and relaxed, ready to make the most of the day. So whether you’re looking to de-stress your mind, body or soul, Oregon Scientific’s new Wellness Collection has all your need to create some good karma in the comfort of your home. All products are available online from www.oregonscientific.co.uk as well as from leading UK retailers. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (1) Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (2009) [2] Labour Force Survey (2008/9) [3] The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (2009) [4] NHS Choices website (2010) [5] International Journal of Neuroscience (January 2008) |
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