Hello Sheryl and thank you for your inquiry. Yes, part of a waterfall seat design is a slight slope downward to relieve pressure on the back of the thighs and the rounded front offers greater support and comfort with to relieve pressure behind the knees and improve blood circulation to the lower legs. A waterfall seat contoured construction also enables equal weight distribution across the seat pan and with proper lumbar support are main ergonomic features. Please don’t hesitate to reach out here or email info@bosschair.com for additional questions. Thank you and Happy Chair Shopping!!