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EP2785215B1
EP2785215B1 EP12798132.2A EP12798132A EP2785215B1 EP 2785215 B1 EP2785215 B1 EP 2785215B1 EP 12798132 A EP12798132 A EP 12798132A EP 2785215 B1 EP2785215 B1 EP 2785215B1
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  • the present invention relates to a seat with a body support function, with a frontally extending above a seat body support which is arranged in spatial relation to the seat so that the lower portion of a human upper body, namely hip and / or belly can rest thereon.
  • WO 2011/003215 proposed a seat with body support function, which has a body post extending forwardly above the seat.
  • This body support is arranged in spatial relation to the seat so that the lower portion of a human upper body, namely hip and / or belly can rest thereon.
  • This seat can be used wherever people are exposed to the stresses of prolonged sitting.
  • the weight of the upper body can be shifted away from the seat and towards the body support.
  • the weight distribution between the seat and the body support can be very different.
  • the body support can readily accommodate most of this weight.
  • a relief of the back, a back training and better blood circulation of the whole body takes place. This can lead to a reduction in disease losses. It may even be assumed that improved blood flow to the brain and, as a result, improved concentration and work performance. Not least, the waist, buttocks and thighs are tightened.
  • the present invention has the object to further improve the aforementioned seat.
  • more options should be given created the sitting position and a longer work at the desk or on the computer can be facilitated.
  • the inventive seat corresponds to the characterizing features of claim 1. Further advantageous embodiments of the inventive concept are apparent from the dependent claims.
  • the seat 1 in the example Fig. 1 Although it has a seat 2, but the weight of the body can rest on a body post 3 arranged in front of it to a considerable extent. This does not start at the chest 4, but rather already in the lower area of the upper body 5. Preferably such that the upper body 5, which is stretched forward as shown, already rests with the hip 6. Depending on a lateral guide 7 can prevent the upper body 5 from slipping. Due to the low-lying support of the upper body 5 is so far free that especially in the lower back area 8 results in a high degree of mobility. Of course, this also continues up to the upper back area 9. The upper body 5 can thus tilt freely to the left and right, rotate around the spine and perform all conceivable work. The muscles in the lower back area 8 are varied and well supplied with blood. The Movements of the head and arms 11 have a corresponding training effect on the upper back area 9. In addition, despite the body support 3 and the legs 12 are fully movable, which brings more training opportunities.
  • the seat 1 may be formed largely like a conventional office or work chair.
  • the seat 2 is preferably inclined forward. It can be detectable by at least one vertical and / or horizontal pivot axis either freely movable or in corresponding pivoting position.
  • the body support 3 is arranged for example by means of a support arm 14 on the seat structure. Other solutions are also possible.
  • the seat 1 has at least one foot in the present configuration. In the most common version, several feet are present. For example, a foot cross with three to six feet is used. At least the part of the stand extending under the body support 3, or at least one foot 15 to be aligned therewith in the case of a foot cross, must be so designed or long that a danger of tipping is to be ruled out. There may also be rollers 17. However, it must be ensured that the overturning safety is not impaired. Even when moving or rotating the seat, the stand or the base must remain aligned. This means that the stand or the foot must always remain in the same orientation as the body support 3, regardless of any sitting movements that take place about a vertical axis.
  • At least one armrest 18 is present in addition to the body support 3.
  • the elbows can according to Fig. 1 rest on the armrests 18 and find thanks to the ergonomic design safe and comfortable grip.
  • the present armrests 18 are therefore not comparable to the usual armrests on the conventional seats. Of these, they differ significantly in terms of the arrangement, the shape and not least in terms of the intended use.
  • the armrests 18, such as in FIGS. 2 and 3 illustrated formed so that they fall off from the upper contour 19 of the body support 3, starting laterally downwards, or fall off in the preferred form outwardly in a gentle curve 20.
  • the arm supports 18 together with the body support 3 form a shaped surface, although they may be separate components. It would also be conceivable, however, a one-piece body and armrest combination, creating a shell adapted to the human anatomy. In this embodiment, it is therefore also possible to take a forward position, wherein the shell formed as body and arm supports the human body optimally supported by the hip over the stomach to the chest and the arms.
  • Both the body support 3 and the armrests 18 can be pulled forward, ie in the viewing direction B, over the upper contour 19 away and on the other side slightly downwards. All this contributes to both the increase in comfort and the number of seating and support positions. Complementing and cooperating with the basic idea of a seat with a special body support 3, this special armrest 18 achieves a longer and fatigue-free work on the desk or on the computer.
  • the body can be easily kept fit.
  • the arm supports 18 may be attached to a support arm 14 or directly to the body support 3.
  • the body support 3 can for individual positioning in the height and / or in the longitudinal direction and / or in the transverse direction over corresponding adjustment 21 have.
  • the armrests 18 are adjustably arranged on the body support 3. This can be done for example by means of a respective guide or rail and a locking device 22 for locking the desired position.
  • the seat 2 can by the way, as in Fig. 2 shown, similar to the combination of body support 3 and armrests 18 be designed in several parts and, for example, thigh supports 23 have.
  • the seat in detail differently than shown and described previously form.
  • the structural parts of the seat 1 can be arbitrarily different, both in terms of technical design as well as in terms of design.
  • the seat 2 if it is not adjustable, can be inclined at a different angle than drawn.
  • the body support 3 and the armrests 18. It makes sense but in any case, when the body support 3 and the armrests 18 are arranged approximately at the same angle of inclination. Last but not least, pan and / or seesaw functions can also be provided for all these seat parts.

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Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft ein Sitz mit Körperstützfunktion, mit einer sich oberhalb einer Sitzfläche nach vorn erstreckenden Körperstütze, die im räumlichen Verhältnis zur Sitzfläche so angeordnet ist, dass der untere Bereich eines menschlichen Oberkörpers, namentlich Hüfte und/oder Bauch darauf aufliegen kann.The present invention relates to a seat with a body support function, with a frontally extending above a seat body support which is arranged in spatial relation to the seat so that the lower portion of a human upper body, namely hip and / or belly can rest thereon.

Der Mensch ist nicht für das Sitzen geschaffen, sondern für die wechselnden Belastungen der Muskulatur durch die ständigen Bewegungen, die sich beim Laufen, Jagen und Sammeln ergeben. So führt das tägliche stundenlange Sitzen, wie es insbesondere bei Bürotätigkeiten praktisch unvermeidbar ist, oft zu Haltungsschäden und Rückenproblemen. Diese entstehen dadurch, dass das Körpergewicht auf dem Gesäss ruht und der Oberkörper in meist gebückter Haltung über einem Arbeitstisch verharrt. Die Rückenlehne des Bürostuhls nützt eher wenig. Das führt zunächst zu Verspannungen der Rückenmuskulatur und schliesslich zu Schmerzen, die den Büroalltag unerträglich machen können. Rückenleiden sind zu einer Volkskrankheit geworden, die irgendwann Arztbesuche und Physiotherapien nach sich zieht, schlimmstenfalls sogar zu Rückenoperationen führt. Für die Betroffenen ist das äusserst unangenehm. Die Folge sind aber auch erhebliche Kostensteigerungen für die Arbeitgeber durch eine verminderte Arbeitsleitung und sich mehrenden Fehlzeiten sowie für die Allgemeinheit durch die damit verbundenen Ausgaben im Gesundheitswesen. Zwar betreiben viele Menschen Sport oder besuchen Fitnessstudios, wo sie die Muskulatur an entsprechenden Geräten trainieren, doch kann dies für eine beschränkte Zeit erst nach Feierabend erfolgen, also nach acht oder mehr Stunden des für den Körper ungünstigen Sitzens.Man is not created for sitting, but for the changing strain of the muscles through the constant movements that result in running, hunting and collecting. Thus, the daily sitting for hours, as it is practically unavoidable especially in office work, often leads to postural problems and back problems. These arise from the fact that the body weight rests on the buttocks and the upper body remains in a stooped posture above a work table. The backrest of the office chair is of little use. This initially leads to tension in the back muscles and finally to pain that can make the office's daily life unbearable. Back ailments have become a common disease that eventually leads to doctor visits and physiotherapy, in the worst case even leads to back surgery. This is extremely unpleasant for those affected. However, the consequences are also significant increases in costs for employers due to reduced work management and increasing absenteeism and for the general public due to the associated expenses in the healthcare sector. Although many people do sports or visit gyms, where they train the muscles on appropriate equipment, but this can be done for a limited time after work, So after eight or more hours of unfavorable sitting for the body.

Der Anmelder hat daher gemäss WO 2011/003215 einen Sitz mit Körperstützfunktion vorgeschlagen, der eine sich oberhalb der Sitzfläche nach vorn erstreckende Körperstütze aufweist. Diese Körperstütze ist im räumlichen Verhältnis zur Sitzfläche so angeordnet, dass der untere Bereich eines menschlichen Oberkörpers, namentlich Hüfte und/oder Bauch darauf aufliegen kann. Dieser Sitz kann überall dort eingesetzt werden, wo der Mensch den Belastungen eines längeren Sitzens ausgesetzt ist. Das Gewicht des Oberkörpers kann weg von der Sitzfläche und hin zur Körperstütze verlagert werden. Dabei kann die Gewichtsverteilung zwischen der Sitzfläche und der Körperstütze sehr unterschiedlich ausfallen. Die Körperstütze kann jedoch ohne weiteres den Grossteil dieses Gewichtes aufnehmen. In jedem Fall findet eine Entlastung des Rückens, ein Rückentraining und eine bessere Durchblutung des ganzen Körpers statt. Dies kann eine Verringerung der Krankheitsausfälle bewirken. Es darf sogar von einer verbesserten Durchblutung des Gehirns und infolgedessen von einer verbesserten Konzentration und Arbeitsleistung ausgegangen werden. Nicht zuletzt werden Taille, Gesäss und Oberschenkel gestrafft.The Applicant has therefore according to WO 2011/003215 proposed a seat with body support function, which has a body post extending forwardly above the seat. This body support is arranged in spatial relation to the seat so that the lower portion of a human upper body, namely hip and / or belly can rest thereon. This seat can be used wherever people are exposed to the stresses of prolonged sitting. The weight of the upper body can be shifted away from the seat and towards the body support. The weight distribution between the seat and the body support can be very different. However, the body support can readily accommodate most of this weight. In any case, a relief of the back, a back training and better blood circulation of the whole body takes place. This can lead to a reduction in disease losses. It may even be assumed that improved blood flow to the brain and, as a result, improved concentration and work performance. Not least, the waist, buttocks and thighs are tightened.

In WO 2011/087284 und US 4 971 040 werden Massagestühle vorgestellt, bei denen sich die zu massierende Person mit dem Oberkörper nach vorn abstützen kann. Als Arbeitsstühle sind diese allerdings weder gedacht noch geeignet. In US 4 943 117 wird zwar ein entsprechender Arbeitsstuhl vorgeschlagen. Doch auch hier ist längeres Sitzen während der Arbeit nicht wirklich bequem.In WO 2011/087284 and US 4,971,040 massage chairs are presented in which the person to be massaged can lean forward with the upper body. As work chairs, however, these are neither conceived nor suitable. In US 4,943,117 Although a corresponding work chair is proposed. But even here, sitting a little longer during work is not really comfortable.

Die vorliegende Erfindung setzt sich die Aufgabe, den vorgenannten Sitz weiter zu verbessern. Insbesondere sollen mehr Möglichkeiten bezüglich der Sitzposition geschaffen und ein längeres Arbeiten am Schreibtisch oder am Computer erleichtert werden.The present invention has the object to further improve the aforementioned seat. In particular, more options should be given created the sitting position and a longer work at the desk or on the computer can be facilitated.

Der erfindungsgemässe Sitz entspricht den kennzeichnenden Merkmalen des Patentanspruchs 1. Weitere vorteilhafte Ausbildungen des Erfindungsgedankens sind aus den abhängigen Patentansprüchen ersichtlich.The inventive seat corresponds to the characterizing features of claim 1. Further advantageous embodiments of the inventive concept are apparent from the dependent claims.

Nachfolgend werden bevorzugte Ausführungsbeispiele der Erfindung anhand der schematischen Zeichnung näher beschrieben.

Fig. 1
zeigt den Sitz in Form eines Büro- oder Arbeitsstuhls mit einer darauf sitzenden Person;
Fig. 2
zeigt eine Teilansicht desselben Sitzes von vorn, das heisst, in Blickrichtung A nach Fig. 1;
Fig. 3
zeigt eine weitere Teilansicht dieses Sitzes in Blickrichtung B nach Fig. 1;
Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the invention will be described in more detail with reference to the schematic drawing.
Fig. 1
shows the seat in the form of an office or work chair with a person sitting on it;
Fig. 2
shows a partial view of the same seat from the front, that is, in the direction A to Fig. 1 ;
Fig. 3
shows a further partial view of this seat in the direction B after Fig. 1 ;

Der Sitz 1 im Beispiel nach Fig. 1 weist zwar eine Sitzfläche 2 auf, das Gewicht des Körpers kann jedoch in erheblichem Mass auf einer davor angeordneten Körperstütze 3 aufliegen. Diese setzt nicht erst an der Brust 4, sondern vielmehr bereits im unteren Bereich des Oberkörpers 5 an. Vorzugsweise so, dass der wie dargestellt nach vorn gestreckte Oberkörper 5 bereits mit der Hüfte 6 aufliegt. Je eine seitliche Führung 7 kann den Oberkörper 5 am Wegrutschen hindern. Durch die tief sitzende Auflage ist der Oberkörper 5 soweit frei, dass sich speziell im unteren Rückenbereich 8 eine hohe Beweglichkeit ergibt. Selbstverständlich setzt sich diese auch bis zum oberen Rückenbereich 9 fort. Der Oberkörper 5 kann sich somit frei nach links und rechts neigen, sich um die Wirbelsäule drehen und alle denkbaren Arbeiten ausführen. Dabei wird die Muskulatur im unteren Rückenbereich 8 vielfältig bewegt und gut durchblutet. Die Bewegungen des Kopfes und der Arme 11 haben eine entsprechende Trainingswirkung auf den oberen Rückenbereich 9. Zudem sind trotz der Körperstütze 3 auch die Beine 12 voll beweglich, was weitere Trainingsmöglichkeiten mit sich bringt.The seat 1 in the example Fig. 1 Although it has a seat 2, but the weight of the body can rest on a body post 3 arranged in front of it to a considerable extent. This does not start at the chest 4, but rather already in the lower area of the upper body 5. Preferably such that the upper body 5, which is stretched forward as shown, already rests with the hip 6. Depending on a lateral guide 7 can prevent the upper body 5 from slipping. Due to the low-lying support of the upper body 5 is so far free that especially in the lower back area 8 results in a high degree of mobility. Of course, this also continues up to the upper back area 9. The upper body 5 can thus tilt freely to the left and right, rotate around the spine and perform all conceivable work. The muscles in the lower back area 8 are varied and well supplied with blood. The Movements of the head and arms 11 have a corresponding training effect on the upper back area 9. In addition, despite the body support 3 and the legs 12 are fully movable, which brings more training opportunities.

Im Übrigen kann der Sitz 1 weitgehend wie ein herkömmlicher Büro- oder Arbeitsstuhl ausgebildet sein. Die Sitzfläche 2 ist vorzugsweise nach vorn geneigt. Sie kann um mindestens eine vertikale und/oder horizontale Schwenkachse entweder frei beweglich oder in entsprechender Schwenkposition feststellbar sein. Die Körperstütze 3 ist beispielsweise mittels eines Stützarms 14 an der Sitzkonstruktion angeordnet. Andere Lösungen sind ebenfalls möglich.Incidentally, the seat 1 may be formed largely like a conventional office or work chair. The seat 2 is preferably inclined forward. It can be detectable by at least one vertical and / or horizontal pivot axis either freely movable or in corresponding pivoting position. The body support 3 is arranged for example by means of a support arm 14 on the seat structure. Other solutions are also possible.

Der Sitz 1 weist in der vorliegenden Konfiguration mindestens einen Standfuss auf. In der gebräuchlichsten Ausführung sind mehrere Füsse vorhanden. Beispielsweise wird ein Fusskreuz mit drei bis sechs Füssen verwendet. Mindestens der sich unter die Körperstütze 3 erstreckende Teil des Standfusses, beziehungsweise im Fall eines Fusskreuzes mindestens ein dorthin auszurichtender Fuss 15, muss so ausgebildet oder lang sein, dass eine Kippgefahr auszuschliessen ist. Es können auch Rollen 17 vorhanden sein. Dabei ist aber sicherzustellen, dass die Kippsicherheit nicht beeinträchtigt wird. Auch beim Bewegen oder Drehen des Sitzes muss der Standfuss oder das Fusskreuz entsprechend ausgerichtet bleiben. Das heisst, der Standfuss oder das Fusskreuz muss, ungeachtet allfälliger um eine senkrechte Achse erfolgenden Sitzbewegungen, stets in gleicher Ausrichtung wie die Körperstütze 3 bleiben.The seat 1 has at least one foot in the present configuration. In the most common version, several feet are present. For example, a foot cross with three to six feet is used. At least the part of the stand extending under the body support 3, or at least one foot 15 to be aligned therewith in the case of a foot cross, must be so designed or long that a danger of tipping is to be ruled out. There may also be rollers 17. However, it must be ensured that the overturning safety is not impaired. Even when moving or rotating the seat, the stand or the base must remain aligned. This means that the stand or the foot must always remain in the same orientation as the body support 3, regardless of any sitting movements that take place about a vertical axis.

Erfindungsgemäss ist ausser der Körperstütze 3 noch mindestens eine Armstütze 18 vorhanden. In der dargestellten Ausführung sind es zwei Armstützen 18, die beidseitig der Körperstütze 3 angeordnet sind. Das heisst, links und rechts der Körperstütze 3 befindet sich je eine Armstütze 18. Somit kann man sich, wann immer man es wünscht, mit beiden Armen 11 abstützen. Die Ellbogen können gemäss Fig. 1 auf den Armstützen 18 aufliegen und dank der ergonomischen Formgebung einen sicheren und bequemen Halt finden. Die vorliegenden Armstützen 18 sind daher nicht mit den üblichen Armlehnen an den herkömmlichen Sitzen vergleichbar. Von diesen unterscheiden sie sich deutlich bezüglich der Anordnung, der Form und nicht zuletzt hinsichtlich des Verwendungszwecks.According to the invention, at least one armrest 18 is present in addition to the body support 3. In the illustrated embodiment, there are two armrests 18, which are arranged on both sides of the body support 3. This means, on the left and right of the body support 3 there is an arm rest 18. Thus, one can, whenever you want it, with both arms 11 support. The elbows can according to Fig. 1 rest on the armrests 18 and find thanks to the ergonomic design safe and comfortable grip. The present armrests 18 are therefore not comparable to the usual armrests on the conventional seats. Of these, they differ significantly in terms of the arrangement, the shape and not least in terms of the intended use.

Erfindungsgemäss sind die Armstützen 18, wie beispielsweise in Fig. 2 und 3 dargestellt so ausgebildet, dass sie von der oberen Kontur 19 der Körperstütze 3 ausgehend seitlich nach unten abfallen, oder in der bevorzugten Form nach aussen hin in einer sanften Kurve 20 abfallen. In der dargestellten Designvariante bilden die Armstützen 18 gemeinsam mit der Körperstütze 3 eine geformte Fläche, obwohl es sich um getrennte Bauteile handeln kann. Denkbar wäre aber auch eine aus einem Stück bestehende Körper- und Armstützen-Kombination, wodurch eine der menschlichen Anatomie angepasste Schale entsteht. In dieser Ausführung ist es daher auch bequem möglich eine vornüber liegende Position einzunehmen, wobei die als Körper- und Armstützen gebildete Schale den menschlichen Körper optimal von der Hüfte über den Bauch bis zur Brust und den Armen abstützt. Sowohl die Körperstütze 3 als auch die Armstützen 18 können nach vorn, also in Blickrichtung B, über die obere Kontur 19 hinweg und auf der anderen Seite etwas nach unten gezogen sein. All dies trägt sowohl zur Steigerung der Komforts als auch der Anzahl der Sitz- und Abstützpositionen bei. Ergänzend und zusammenwirkend mit dem Grundgedanken eines Sitzes mit spezieller Körperstütze 3 wird durch diese speziellen Armstützen 18 ein längeres und ermüdungsfreies Arbeiten am Schreibtisch oder am Computer erreicht. Der Körper kann mühelos fit gehalten werden.
Bezüglich der technischen Konstruktion und Anordnung können die Armstützen 18 an einem Stützarm 14 oder direkt an der Körperstütze 3 befestigt sein. Die Körperstütze 3 kann zur individuellen Positionierung in der Höhe und/oder in Längsrichtung und/oder in Querrichtung über entsprechende Verstellmöglichkeiten 21 verfügen. In der dargestellten Ausführung sind die Armstützen 18 verstellbar an der Körperstütze 3 angeordnet. Dies kann zum Beispiel mittels je einer Führung oder Schiene und einer Feststelleinrichtung 22 zum Arretieren der gewünschten Position erfolgen.According to the invention, the armrests 18, such as in FIGS. 2 and 3 illustrated formed so that they fall off from the upper contour 19 of the body support 3, starting laterally downwards, or fall off in the preferred form outwardly in a gentle curve 20. In the illustrated design variant, the arm supports 18 together with the body support 3 form a shaped surface, although they may be separate components. It would also be conceivable, however, a one-piece body and armrest combination, creating a shell adapted to the human anatomy. In this embodiment, it is therefore also possible to take a forward position, wherein the shell formed as body and arm supports the human body optimally supported by the hip over the stomach to the chest and the arms. Both the body support 3 and the armrests 18 can be pulled forward, ie in the viewing direction B, over the upper contour 19 away and on the other side slightly downwards. All this contributes to both the increase in comfort and the number of seating and support positions. Complementing and cooperating with the basic idea of a seat with a special body support 3, this special armrest 18 achieves a longer and fatigue-free work on the desk or on the computer. The body can be easily kept fit.
With regard to the technical construction and arrangement, the arm supports 18 may be attached to a support arm 14 or directly to the body support 3. The body support 3 can for individual positioning in the height and / or in the longitudinal direction and / or in the transverse direction over corresponding adjustment 21 have. In the illustrated embodiment, the armrests 18 are adjustably arranged on the body support 3. This can be done for example by means of a respective guide or rail and a locking device 22 for locking the desired position.

Die Sitzfläche 2 kann übrigens, wie in Fig. 2 gezeigt, ähnlich der Kombination von Körperstütze 3 und Armstützen 18 mehrteilig ausgeführt sein und zum Beispiel Oberschenkel-Stützen 23 aufweisen.The seat 2 can by the way, as in Fig. 2 shown, similar to the combination of body support 3 and armrests 18 be designed in several parts and, for example, thigh supports 23 have.

Es liegt im Rahmen der Erfindung nach Patentanspruch 1 den Sitz im Einzelnen auch anders als gezeichnet und vorgehend erläutert auszubilden. Insbesondere können die Konstruktionsteile des Sitzes 1 beliebig anders ausfallen, und zwar sowohl hinsichtlich der technischen Ausgestaltung als auch hinsichtlich des Designs. Es liegt auf der Hand, dass die Sitzfläche 2, sofern sie nicht verstellbar ist, auch in einem anderen Winkel als gezeichnet geneigt sein kann. Ebenso die Körperstütze 3 und die Armstützen 18. Sinnvoll ist es aber in jedem Fall, wenn die Körperstütze 3 und die Armstützen 18 annähernd im gleichen Neigungswinkel angeordnet sind. Nicht zuletzt lassen sich für alle diese Sitzteile auch Schwenk- und/oder Wippfunktionen vorsehen.It is within the scope of the invention according to claim 1, the seat in detail differently than shown and described previously form. In particular, the structural parts of the seat 1 can be arbitrarily different, both in terms of technical design as well as in terms of design. It is obvious that the seat 2, if it is not adjustable, can be inclined at a different angle than drawn. Likewise, the body support 3 and the armrests 18. It makes sense but in any case, when the body support 3 and the armrests 18 are arranged approximately at the same angle of inclination. Last but not least, pan and / or seesaw functions can also be provided for all these seat parts.

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  1. A seat having a body support function, having a body support (3) extending forwards (B) above a seating surface (2), which is arranged in a spatial relationship to the seating surface (2) such that the lower region of a human upper body (5), namely the hips (6) and/or belly can rest thereon, wherein at least one arm support (18) is assigned to the body support (3) in such a manner that the weight of an upper body (5) stretched forwards (B) by means of this body support (3) can be at least partially supported thereon, characterised in that the at least one arm support (18) is constructed in such a manner that it slopes laterally downwards starting from an upper contour (19) of the body support (3).
  2. The seat according to Claim 1, characterised in that the at least one arm support (18) is constructed in such a manner that it slopes outwardly away in a curve (20) starting from the upper contour (19) of the body support (3).
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