The OriginalBed by Tempur-Pedic(TM) Swedish Mattress Recognized with Arthritis Foundation's Ease-of-Use Commendation.LEXINGTON, Ky. -- The Arthritis Foundation This article or section needs sources or references that appear in reliable, third-party publications. Alone, primary sources and sources affiliated with the subject of this article are not sufficient for an accurate encyclopedia article. has awarded The OriginalBed by Tempur-Pedic(TM) with its esteemed Ease-of-Use Commendation COMMENDATION. The act of recommending, praising. A merchant who merely commends goods he offers for sale, does not by that act warrant them, unless there is some fraud: simplex commendatio non obligat. . This is the fifth Tempur-Pedic(TM) sleep system to be recognized with this prestigious honor. "According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. The Arthritis Foundation, more than 66 million Americans live with the mobility and dexterity issues associated with arthritis and chronic joint symptoms," said Dany Sfeir, vice president of marketing. "It is an honor to know that the proprietary technology in our Swedish Sleep Systems(R) can improve the quality of their lives." The Arthritis Foundation's Ease-of-Use Commendation assesses the accessibility and ease of use of everyday products by allowing arthritis patients to evaluate products and rate their usability. Each product must pass a series of evaluations completed by a group of people with arthritis with varying degrees of functional ability. Participants in the Tempur-Pedic evaluation had symptoms ranging from mild to severe osteoarthritis osteoarthritis or osteoarthrosis or degenerative joint disease Most common joint disorder, afflicting over 80% of those who reach age 70. It does not involve excessive inflammation and may have no symptoms, especially at first. or degenerative arthritis Noun 1. degenerative arthritis - chronic breakdown of cartilage in the joints; the most common form of arthritis occurring usually after middle age degenerative joint disease, osteoarthritis arthritis - inflammation of a joint or joints . "For most arthritis patients the chronic discomfort associated with joint pain, stiffness and inflammation intensifies at night, making restful rest·ful adj. 1. Affording, marked by, or suggesting rest; tranquil. See Synonyms at comfortable. 2. Being at rest; quiet. rest and comfortable sleep an elusive feat," said Mary Norman, Group Vice President of Strategic Marketing Alliances with The Arthritis Foundation. "We are pleased to recognize Tempur-Pedic with our Ease-of-Use Commendation. Our Ease-of-Use Program was created to encourage manufacturers to develop products that make life easier for those living with arthritis. We salute Tempur-Pedic for their 5th Tempur-Pedic Sleep System to be awarded the Ease-of-Use Commendation." Tempur-Pedic is the first sleep system to be recognized by the Arthritis Foundation. The Arthritis Foundation's Ease-of-Use Commendation logo is currently displayed on four other Tempur-Pedic mattress products - The ClassicBed by Tempur-Pedic(TM), The DeluxeBed by Tempur-Pedic(TM), The EuroBed by Tempur-Pedic(TM) and The CelebrityBed by Tempur-Pedic(TM). The logo will be added to advertisements and direct mail pieces featuring The OriginalBed by Tempur-Pedic(TM) in the next few weeks. About the Arthritis Foundation The Arthritis Foundation is the only nationwide, nonprofit health organization helping people take greater control of arthritis by leading efforts to prevent, control and cure arthritis and related diseases. The Foundation reaches out to millions of men, women and children with arthritis by providing community-based public health initiatives, advocating for changes in public policy and funding nationwide research that moves us closer to a cure. The Arthritis Foundation has 47 local chapters throughout the nation. For more information about the Arthritis Foundation visit www.arthritis.org or call 1-800-568-4045. About Tempur-Pedic International, Inc. Tempur-Pedic International Inc. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange : TPX TPX - Terminal Productivity eXecutive ) manufactures and distributes Swedish Mattresses and Neck Pillows(TM) made from its proprietary TEMPUR(R) pressure-relieving material: a viscoelastic Adj. 1. viscoelastic - having viscous as well as elastic properties natural philosophy, physics - the science of matter and energy and their interactions; "his favorite subject was physics" material that conforms to the body to provide support and help alleviate pressure points. Products are currently sold in 60 countries under the TEMPUR(R) and Tempur-Pedic(R) brand names. World headquarters for Tempur-Pedic International is in Lexington, KY. For more information about Tempur-Pedic International, visit www.tempurpedic.com or call 1-800-886-6466. |
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