After 2 years of sitting in so called "ergonomic" recliners, this one totally fits the bill! It's for short people. (I'm 5') and fits my back just right. It pushes back instead of having a leaver and that's great because it really hurt my shoulder to pull on that thing! The color and quality are wonderful. I can't say enough good things about this recliner so I'll just say "buy it!"