# Anti-Slouch Position-correcting innovations help poor posture epidemic. By [Katherinev123](https://www.trendhunter.com/katherine), Contributing Editor | Published Jun 30, 2012 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/anti-slouch ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.6/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Anti-Slouch trend? **Anti-Slouch:** According to the National Institutes of Health, about 80 percent of Americans, at some point in their lives, will experience back pain, often caused by poor posture. One of the reasons for our prevalent bad posture is the increased number of office jobs, in which sitting for 8 hours a day (and subsequently going home to sit even more on the couch) is causing more cases of neck and back stress, which further induces us to slump and slouch. However, designers are now creating anti-slouch innovations, which help to correct poor posture when it happens. While some of these devices are offbeat and unusual, they provide a nice start to solving the growing poor posture epidemic. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Nov 27, 2011 to Jul 1, 2012 - Published: Jun 30, 2012 - Patterns: [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Anti-Slouch trend ### Anti-Slouch Posture Devices Designers are now creating anti-slouch innovations, which help to correct poor posture when it happens. ### Ergonomic Furniture Design Furniture companies are focusing more and more on ergonomic designs as more people join the office workforce. ### Wearable Posture Technology New wearable technology such as posture correcting belts have emerged to monitor and correct slouching. ## What the Anti-Slouch trend means for industry ### For Healthcare The healthcare industry can use these anti-slouch innovations to treat and prevent chronic back pain caused by poor posture. ### For Furniture Manufacturing The furniture industry can develop ergonomic designs to create comfortable furniture that prioritize spinal support and also caters to those who work from home. ### For Wearable Technology Wearable technology industries can expand into the posture correction market to create wearable devices that help correct slouching and improve posture. ## Trend signals for Anti-Slouch Trend score 3.6 out of 10, from popularity 54%, activity 46%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 54% - Activity: 46% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Anti-Slouch trend 6 featured examples from Nov 27, 2011 to Jul 1, 2012. - [Spinal Column Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chair-bsed): Chair-bsed is Ergonomic and Eye-Catching (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The furniture manufacturing industry can look to Chair-bsed as an opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating ergonomic and visually appealing chairs. - [Position-Correcting Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/posture-suspenders): Posture Suspenders by Tobias Sonne Helps You Stop Slouching (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Posture-correcting wearables can disrupt the health and wellness industry by providing an innovative solution for preventing posture-related health issues. - [Hopping Posture Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bounce-chair-by-pedro-gomez): The Bounce Chair by Pedro Gomes is Fitness and Comfort While Sitting (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The Bounce Chair disrupts the traditional office furniture industry with its unique design and posture-improving features. - [Posture Correcting Belts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumoback): The LUMOback Sensor Vibrates When You Slouch (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The LUMOback belt's innovation in posture correction introduces possibilities for wearable tech companies to develop similar products for improved health and well-being. - [Posture-Minding Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philips-ergosensor): The Philips Ergosensor Reminds Users to Sit Up Straighter at Their Desks (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Manufacturers of office equipment, such as desks, chairs, and computer monitors, could incorporate posture-minding technology into their products. - [Movement-Correcting Gym Suits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrating-motionpro): Vibrating MotionPro Can Teach Gymnasts Correct Posture (Category: Art & Design) Implication: There is potential for the sports equipment industry to integrate movement-correcting technology into clothing and gear. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)