PRODUCT CATALOGUE

THE SALLI STORY In the beginning The story of Salli® Saddle Chair began with my favourite hobby: horse riding. I have been riding since 1974 and usually manage and supervise the maintenance of my forests on horseback. My hobby has taken me to several competitions, including show jumping and trekking events. Even though my way of life was active and healthy, I suffered from back pains when I had to sit in the office. In 1990, I told my physiatrist, Mr. Seppo Mahlamäki, a specialist in rehabilitation, about how much more uncomfortable it was for me to sit in an office chair than in the saddle....

The natural position of the body without stimulation from outside. The joints are in a state of rest – this is the same position you achieve on a Salli Saddle Chair.

WHY SALLI CONCEPT WORKS? Conventional seats have a negative impact on health and productivity. Our bodies are not designed for sitting, but we usually sit 12–15 hours each day, without really being aware of it. It is essential for our bodies to get enough oxygen and nutrients, and to remove waste; both functions made possible by active circulation. Sitting in a bad position affects the whole body: The slouched position makes neck and shoulder muscles tense and sore. The disks in the lower back are unevenly pressed by the vertebrae, which slowly deteriorates them. Breathing is shallow and the...

ADAPTING MAY TAKE TIME! 6 When you start sitting in a new way you may feel some discomfort, the same as when you start a new sport. Muscles in the lower back may become sore, because you start to use them. The inner thighs can feel tight because muscles are not used to being stretched. The sitting bone area may also feel tender, if you are not used to having pressure on sitting bones.

WHY SALLI CONCEPT WORKS? Sitting pressure effects the pelvic area The pressure caused by sitting on conventional chairs disturbs the pelvis, tailbone, pelvic floor and genital area. It is believed to increase intestinal and internal pelvic health problems and erectile dysfunctions. On a conventional chair men tend to lean backwards in order to avoid the pressure in the genital area. This means the back is not straight, which results in back problems. On a one-part saddle chair the pressure on the pelvic opening is even stronger. We automatically try to avoid it by tilting the pelvis backwards,...

DENTISTRY New level of work ergonomics On a two-part saddle chair the back is in the same position as when standing, and the lower back lordosis can be maintained. The gap in the seat enables you to keep your back straight even when you need to lean forward. Moving and reaching for things is easy and fast on Salli. Small and practical Salli enables both the dentist and the assistant to work close to the patient. Dentists often retire early because of various problems in their shoulders, neck and lower back. Almost everybody working in dentistry is affected by some kind of sitting disorder, such...

BEAUTY & THERAPY No more back pains Salli helps you to take care of yourself Ergonomic and healthy sitting position is best achieved on an anatomically designed, two-part saddle chair. Sitting on Salli automatically creates lordosis in the lower back, which relieves the harmful pressure on the disks. The gap in the seat makes it possible to maintain the good posture even during long operations, because there is no uncomfortable pressure in the genital area – and thus no need to round the back. The work of beauticians and body therapists is especially challenging ergonomics-wise because they need...

Safe sitting for both genders Sitting in a poor posture disturbs circulation and prevents the brain from getting enough oxygen. This makes us tired: working becomes inefficient and we make more mistakes. Also back pains are a universal problem. Sitting in a slouched position damages the disks in the lower back and in the long run causes arthritis. In addition, every time we sit, the trousers tighten in the thigh, groin and genital area, which interferes with the sensitive lymphatic system and circulation. To be able to maintain the upright position you also need a height-adjustable table, because...

Bring movement and activity into your life! Also for special environments Sitting right is very important also at home, because even regular exercise does not compensate the disadvantages caused by sitting. Sitting in a bad position affects the whole body: neck and shoulders get tense and sore, slow blood and lymph circulation cause swelling and even the bowel functions slow down. Salli products are well-suited for demanding work environments. Chairs with anti-static upholstery or with polyurethane seats are also available. Different castors allow the chair to be used also on uneven surfaces,...

CHAIRS Ergonomically shaped two-part Salli Saddle chairs The ergonomically shaped two-part saddle chair provides an unburdened, standing-like, and active way to sit in balance. The angle and design of the seat makes the pelvis rotate neutrally forward and holds up the spine and upper body naturally without muscle effort. Swing mechanism Fixed width Width adjustment Tilt mechanism The chair is adjustable according to your own preferences. Easy to use, which makes it more practical if there are many users. A more affordable choice. Why Swing? Strengthens your deep core muscles and increases metabolism....

Salli Strong Special strong design, maximum load 150 kg. Available with Twin and Solo Tilt seats. Solo Tilt Salli Portable One-part black polyurethane seat, with a groove in the middle. Height control by a lockable handle, not by gas spring. Weight only 4.7 kg (Slim seat) / 4.9 kg (Light seat), so it’s ideal for mobile dental clinics, photographers, and hunters. Suitable also for clean rooms. Salli chairs are available with several different upholstery options according to the chair’s intended use. For normal office use we recommend the breathable and durable genuine leather, while laboratories...