calena
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Taking the Theory to Practical Use
This product was based on the Keio University professor emeritus Nobutoshi Yamazaki’s Support Theory, and created with collaboration with the professor, Morita Holdings Corporation and Gunze Limited.
- Nobutoshi YamazakiProfessor Emeritus and Doctor of Engineering at Keio University
- Based on the foundation of mechanics and anatomy, he sees people as consumers with their own particular individualities and considers their true wants and needs.
He has proposed a variety of new products based on innovative approaches, such as an office chair for women that reduces leg swelling and chairs for users of notebook computers to relieve stress on the eyes and hands.
*As of October 1, 2014
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The mechanism of calena’s "supporting power"
The surface of the back expands when bending forward.
“calena” turns this force into tensile strength of its elastic fabric, reducing the muscle load. Additionally, the elastic fabric is loose and free of tension when one is standing upright, so there is no tight sensation to the wearer.
The special power-net structure balances out and disperses the supporting power that is transmitted down the back throughout the pelvis area,
with a focus on the ischial bones. This results in no unwanted pressure and wedging in the bottom areas.
Results confirming that there was a 10% reduction of muscle stress in the back area were found in experiments having the subject bend down and maintain a 40 degree angle.
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It’s not only about functionality! Some special attributes just for women
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- ◆A natural, comfortable fit
- The fabric used for the tank top is Gunze’s original Free Cut cloth. It creates a natural, soft and barely-there sensation when worn.
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- ◆Supports beauty
- The special power net structure holds in your stomach and creates a beautiful hip-line.
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- ◆Almost unnoticeable from the outside
- The thin fabric makes “calena” almost unnoticeable under your knitwear and skirts. You can wear it every day without worrying about unsightly lines.
- ◆Easy to wear and remove with separate tank top and short leggings parts
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*Japanese language version only
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Specification
【Cautions】(Units: cm)
【Usage Instructions】
Use after attaching the tank top and short leggings with the connecting parts and adjusting the side and back adjustment belts.
【Caution】
- ●This product is innerwear designed to reduce the load on the lumbar region when bending the body.
Both tank top and short leggings parts must be worn during use.
- ●This product is not designed for treatment of lumbar pain or other conditions.
- ●Persons whom any of the following applies should not use this product.Using this product may result in aggravation of present conditions or lead to other problems.
･Persons with an injury, poor circulation or other conditions in areas where the product comes in
contact with the body, such as the shoulders, chest and lumbar areas.
・Pregnant or possibly pregnant females.
・Persons with low physical strength.
- ●The actual level of support offered by this product will differ depending upon the individual.
- ●Use of this product will not enable wearers to demonstrate greater strength than they actually possess.
Do not attempt to pick up exceedingly heavy objects or use a posture that places an excessive load on the lumbar while wearing this product.
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