play_circle_filled
The Fetal Position Desk Addresses Health Concerns About Sitting All Day
Meghan Young — June 13, 2014 — Pop Culture
Studies have shown that sitting for hours on end throughout the day can have detrimental affects on people's overall health, but the option to stand is just plain tiring; enter the Fetal Position Desk. It is a hilarious spoof acknowledging the growing concern about office health and fitness. It has grown so significant that it wouldn't be surprising if someone actually tried to acquire a Fetal Position Desk.
Conceived by fine folks at The Onion, the Fetal Position Desk focuses on what 'health experts' claim is the natural working position. Dr. Amy Johnson advises people that the best working condition "is to shut down complete, return to a womb-like state and rock back and forth to sooth yourself."
Conceived by fine folks at The Onion, the Fetal Position Desk focuses on what 'health experts' claim is the natural working position. Dr. Amy Johnson advises people that the best working condition "is to shut down complete, return to a womb-like state and rock back and forth to sooth yourself."
Trend Themes
1. Spoof Office Furniture - Opportunity for companies to create innovative and humorous office furniture designs that address health concerns and promote productivity.
2. Office Health and Fitness - An emerging trend in which companies can develop products and services that promote employee well-being and combat the negative effects of sitting all day.
3. Alternative Working Positions - The exploration of unconventional working positions that prioritize ergonomics and provide a break from traditional desk setups.
Industry Implications
1. Office Furniture - A disruptive innovation opportunity for office furniture manufacturers to create unique designs that prioritize health and comfort for employees.
2. Wellness and Fitness - Opportunity for businesses in the wellness industry to develop products and services that target office workers and address their health concerns.
3. Humor and Satire - An industry that can leverage the popularity of spoof office furniture and create humorous and satirical products or marketing campaigns.
3.3
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness
