Physio-acoustic chair promoting well-being
Poster Presentation

Marja Sirkkola
HAMK, University of Applied Sciences, Finland, Masters Programme in Welfare Technology, and School of Education, James Cook University, Townsville, Au

Pia Nieminen
HAMK, University of Applied Sciences, Finland, Masters Programme in Welfare Technology

     Abstract ID Number: 74
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     Last modified: May 31, 2007
     Presentation date: 07/05/2007 10:00 AM in Quad Maclauren Hall
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Abstract
The purpose of the study was to find out physio-acoustic chair's (http://www.fysakos.fi/english/english.htm ) potentials for well-being of staff members who work in a care-unit.
Physical, mental, social and cultural aspects were considered. The study was a qualitative case study (N=5) measuring subjective well-being added with a quantitative part. Blood pressure measurements are used to demonstrate the evidence of the 9 weeks use.
The results are only indicative, but promote the use for staff's well-being.