While the style of the Kennedy rocking chair has been adopted by many chair manufacturers, the original Kennedy rockers were first made by the P&P Chair Co., which till date makes these authentic Kennedy chairs for everyone to enjoy. However, these chairs were originally known by the name of Carolina rockers. Here’s how they came to be called the Kennedy rockers.

President Kennedy had a persistent back problem for which he sought treatment from a physician, Dr. Janet Travell. At the time he was not President but a Senator from Massachusetts. Dr. Travell’s office had a Carolina rocker from the P&P Chair Co. Whenever Kennedy visited his physician; he sat in this rocker and was amazed at how comfortable it was.

The rocking chair also helped to ease his back pain like nothing else had before. Thus, Pres. John F. Kennedy also got himself one of these rockers. With time, the Carolina rockers became so synonymous with the President’s name that they came to be known as Kennedy rocking chairs.

Unique Features Of Kennedy Rocking Chairs

• High cane back with the steam bent back post design. This unique design makes the back of the chair fit a person’s body contours perfectly.
• Perfect seat height (at 43 inches) so that no added pressure is placed on the legs.
• Herringbone weave on the detachable cane seat that makes the seat more comfortable and provides firm support without being too rigid.

People all over the world saw how relaxed JFK was in his rocker and wanted the same amazing rocker for themselves. Thus, Kennedy rocking chairs became extremely famous and could be seen in the homes of even the most distinguished people of that time. Now you too can get your own personal Kennedy rocking chair. Simply visit the website of the P&P Chair Co. (www.carolinarustica.com) and they’ll be happy to help you select the ideal rocking chair for your needs.