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Massage-Mimicking Vests

Students at Cornell University Created a Vest That Gently Rubs Your Back

— September 9, 2013 — Business
Do you often complain about backaches and stress from sitting at the desk all day? If so, these marvelous massage vests will be the highlight of your mundane mornings. The vests, made by a group of students at Cornell University, are made to give the feeling similar to someone gently rubbing your back.

If you loved faking sick as a child just so your mother could rub your back and pamper you, then get ready to embrace that feeling again, only this time you won't have to play skip work! You can now get that sensation at work and embrace the soothing feeling the vest offers.

The best part is that no one really has to know; the vest doesn't have any large bulbous elements to make you stick out like a sore thumb. Instead, it is contoured to look like any sporty jacket so you can enjoy the good feels and fabulous fashion while confidently handling those brutal customer complaints.
Trend Themes
1. Massage-mimicking Vests - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design wearable technology that uses advanced algorithms and sensors to provide personalized, targeted massages.
2. Workplace Wellness - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative products and services that promote well-being and stress relief in the workplace.
3. Stealthy Wearables - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create garments and accessories that seamlessly integrate technology while maintaining a stylish appearance.
Industry Implications
1. Health and Wellness - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine technology and wellness to create new products and services that improve people's physical and mental well-being.
2. Fashion and Apparel - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Merge fashion and technology to develop stylish wearable products that enhance everyday experiences.
3. Office Supplies and Equipment - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Redefine traditional work tools and equipment by integrating technology that promotes comfort and productivity.
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