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Breakthrough Double Blind Clinical Study Proves
Holofiber Claims to be Compelling and Significant
Important Scientific Data Introduced at Outdoor
Retailer Show
CHARLOTTE, NC (January 31, 2003) – Athletes
know it works. Now science has proven it does.
Holofiber, a responsive textile that works with the body’s own
energy system to increase oxygen levels, build strength and accelerate
muscle recovery in the human body, was recently examined in a double
blind clinical study conducted by Lawrence A. Lavery, DPM, MPH, an
associate professor in the department of orthopaedic surgery and rehabilitation
at Loyola University Medical Center and Hines Veterans Administration
Hospital -in Chicago, IL. Under the direction of Dr. Lavery, subjects
with a history of diabetes and vascular impairment were evaluated.
According to Dr. Lavery, the findings of this study were “compelling
and significant.”
The results of Dr. Lavery’s study, using products made with
Holofiber and controlled non-Holofiber products, indicate measurably
increased oxygen levels observed and recorded in the body and blood
in subjects wearing the Holofiber products. This testing demonstrated
that there was a “Statistically significant change in transcutaneous
oxygen – or the oxygen delivery to the skin – in hands
and feet, on subjects wearing Holofiber gloves and socks compared
to those wearing comparable non-Holofiber gloves and socks.”
“The significant changes observed are very compelling for this
type of product. An 8 to 12% improvement in skin oxygenation could
increase marginal circulation enough to improve wound-healing or eliminate
ischemic (localized tissue anemia due to obstruction of the inflow
of arterial blood) pain of the legs,” observed Dr. Lavery.
Early results indicate findings that are likely to have a significant
impact on the medical and consumer performancewear and active sportswear
markets.
Michellie Jones, Olympic Medalist
and world class female triathlete, has been wearing Holofiber products
for over one year. “As a professional athlete, you want everything
you can possibly find to help get the best performance possible. That’s
one of the things I like about Holofiber – the fact that it
helps with recovery and circulation. What better way – there’s
no extra effort, and it really helps and benefits you."
Holofiber is a proprietary textile that responds to energy generated
by the body as well as utilizing ambient environmental energy, thus
allowing the body to tap normally unused resources to activate and
improve vital physiological processes.
Wellman, Inc. (NYSE: WLM) and Holofiber Enterprises, Inc. recently
announced the formation of a joint venture company, Hologenix, LLC,
-to manufacture and market Holofiber. Wellman, a leading manufacturer
of synthetic fibers and Holofiber Enterprises, a company engaged in
leading edge research and development, have been actively developing
this product and supporting scientific testing for over a year.
Robert Klein, co-founder and chairman of Holofiber Enterprises noted,
“The feedback we have received about the positive effects of
Holofiber from its users has been extraordinary. For the past several
years, we’ve had numerous anecdotal reports of how Holofiber
has helped many people feel better, feel stronger and recover faster.
So we knew that the time had come to conduct clinical studies to validate
the claims reported to us. Dr. Lavery’s clinical investigation
has done just that. With the results of this clinical investigation,
we believe we’ve made an important breakthrough for the entire
scientific community, for manufacturers and, of course, for consumers.”
Cliff Christenson, president of Wellman, Inc. and Hologenix board
member, observed, “Holofiber continues Wellman’s track
record for innovation. Manufacturers, retailers and consumers can
also count on the Wellman reputation for quality manufacturing to
ensure that all Holofiber products meet the highest standards. The
introduction of Holofiber allows us to bring to our customers, and
their customers, an amazing new product . . . one with unlimited potential.
This is all part of our strategy to bring breakthrough technology
to the industry.”
A wide array of yarns containing Holofiber are to be introduced. Wellman’s
family of performance fibers runs the gamut from high-touch aesthetics
to high-tech performance with Sensura®, Spunnaire®, ComFortrel
Plus®, and ComFortrel XP® – all of which will complement
the performance attributes of Holofiber.
Jim Ciccone of Wellman has been named operations manager overseeing
the manufacturing, sales and marketing of Holofiber. In addition to
Cliff Christenson, the Hologenix board of directors includes Don Cartwright
of Wellman and Robert Klein and David Horinek of Holofiber.
About Holofiber
Holofiber is a proprietary product with patent pending. It is a responsive
material for textiles and other uses, and is not an additive or coating
applied by spraying or dipping. Its properties do not wash or leach
out of the fabric. All of the Holofiber materials are incorporated
into the fiber (becoming part of the fiber) and are non-toxic and
biologically benign. Full background product information is available
upon request.
About Wellman
Wellman, Inc. manufactures and markets high-quality polyester products,
including Fortrel® brand polyester fibers, and PermaClear®
and EcoClear® brand PET (polyethylene terephthalate) packaging
resins. The world’s largest PET plastic recycler, Wellman utilizes
a significant amount of recycled raw materials in its manufacturing
operations.
For more information, please contact:
Judith Langan
Director of Communications
Wellman, Inc.
T: 212.813.3857
E: Judith.langan@wellmaninc.com
Jessica Murphy
Account Executive
SAVVY Partners, Inc.
T: 212.813.3838
E:Jessica@savvypartnersinc.com
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