"zero-gravity vibracoustic motion chair!!"...  LMAO!!!

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On Sat, May 2, 2009 at 8:56 PM, rayilynlee <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> Warning:  I'm leery of this but it was on a NPF site w/Kathryne Holden.
> Ray
>
> 82 Year-Old Man Beating Parkinson's Disease
> Lee Bender is anything but typical. His personality is fiery and
> independent. So when Bender was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease
> five-years ago this June, no one was the least bit surprised at his
> reaction.
>
>
> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
> PRLog (Press Release) - May 01, 2009 - Schaumburg, IL: Schaumburg native,
> Lee Bender is anything but typical. His independent, fiery personality and
> can-do attitude is the embodiment of the entrepreneurial spirit. He'd made -
> and lost millions in his lifetime. Lee took-up body building at age
> sixty-two. So when Bender was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease five-years
> ago this June, no one was the least bit surprised at his reaction.
>
> Lee fought back like a champion, yet his efforts did little to stop the
> crippling effects of Parkinson's disease. His trembling hands and numb limbs
> soon became his jailer - confining him to his bed or chair. On a good day
> Lee was able to take a few steps with the help of his walker. His condition
> was degenerating so quickly that last September (2008) his doctor prescribed
> for him an electric scooter.
>
> Out of concern for his father's comfort in his final days, Lee's son, Ed
> went to his warehouse and dusted his pet project, the Smart Lounge - a
> zero-gravity vibracoustic motion chair. Although the chair was a favorite
> among customers at Hammacher & Schlemmer stores where it was displayed, its
> retail sales never met projections but it is still available. Knowing the
> comfort that his invention provided, Ed felt compelled to do whatever he
> could to ease his father's pain. He sent the zero-gravity lounge to his
> failing father who graciously accepted.
>
> With no expectations, Lee struggled with his walker trying to sit in the
> motion chair. Once in place he turned on the motion, sat back to enjoy the
> accompanying therapeutic music. To his surprise - and to the amazement of
> his doctors - after just thirty minutes, Lee could feel his legs for the
> first time in years. He stood-up and walked without his walker or any other
> assistance.
>
> At his doctor's recommendation, Lee began using the motion chair as a
> therapy five days a week. Within the last four months, Lee has traded his
> walker for a cane - and his cane for fifteen pound weights. Now Lee walks
> unassisted to the gym three days a week to lift weights and inspire others.
>
> What Doctors find exceptional and most astounding about Lee's case is that
> not only has the therapy arrested the symptoms of Parkinson's, but have
> actually reversed its progression. Bender's condition improves every day.
> Dr. Kompoliti of Rush University of Neurologists, Lee's doctor, is so
> impressed with his continued progress that she's recommending a clinical
> study to determine if the zero-gravity vibracoustic motion lounge chair can
> produce the same positive result for other Parkinson patients.
>
> Lee has bent back the hands of time to where he can walk and function much
> as he did before the crippling effects of Parkinson's stole his life. His
> message is one of hope and inspiration to all of those suffering with this
> painful, dignity-robbing disease.
>
> "Michael J. Fox, the de facto spokes person for Parkinson's, is doing a
> special for ABC called: "Adventures of an Incurable Optimist" slated to air
> this Thursday, May 7. The one-hour special is certain to raise top of the
> mind awareness of Parkinson's and the Americans it affects. Interview a man
> - who like Fox - hasn't given up and is one of only a hand full who has
> reversed its course: Mr. Lee Bender. Dr. Kompoliti from Rush University of
> Neurologists may also be available for interviews based on her availability.
> For more information or to schedule an interview, please contact Joe Ullrich
> at Omni Publicity: 813-944-3024.
>
> Rayilyn Brown
> Director AZNPF
> Arizona Chapter National Parkinson Foundation
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