Does it reduce lower back pain?
157637
I haven't really experienced lower back pain so I cannot answer, but for someone suffering from hemorrhoids it truly helps when sitting.
157638
This seat was very hard and actually increased rather than reduced my lower back plain. I returned it.
157639
No!! You have to get off your ass and exercise to help lower back pain. There are no miracle cures.
157640
Yes it was purchased for that problem.From the first use the difference can be felt. Great investment.
157641
If the pain is muscular, it might help. It's eased some of the stress in my back when I sit for long periods. Depends on the type and reason for pain, and posture when sitting. I also use it as a back support (behind my lower back) when I'm sitting on the couch watching TV or reading. It's great for that in my case.
1658386
Yes, you can, in my experience it either helps patients right away or does nothing. Also, since research is showing that people with back pain have weak multifidus muscles, check out Treat Your Own Spinal Stenosis for a few exercises to help that.
1504653
I think it may work great for the lower back & the massager also has a speed adjustment. I hope that helps :) . I use it for my shoulder & for my legs, due to poor circulation & its doing a job so far
610315
I found myself setting in one of these chairs in my Doctors office and found that it helped ease my lower back pain. On that experience I purchased one for myself. So, yes I find that the chair has excellent back support .
342084
Hi Peter, I haven't noticed a reduction in back pain. However, I don't have back pain at the moment. I bought these because my calves are not handling my new running regimen. They work great for that.
884541
Based on my experience it does not and would not help you. I have lower back issues and would not use it for this purpose but it is a great pillow.
1439681
It distracts your spine, which stretches tight structures (like muscles) and can help reduce disc herniations. It does not strengthen your multifidus muscles which have been shown to be weak in people with back pain (see Treat Your Own Spinal Stenosis for a few good exercises).
612879
Yes. If the person has issues with a tight or sore back, it is a real boon!
844573
There's no research that shows taping your back relieves pain, but it won't hurt to try it. I'd suggest strengthening your multifidus muscles that have been shown to be weak in people with low back pain - Jim Johnson's stenosis book has some ex's for this. Hope this helps!
1221243
Yes it does. Press the "Lower Back" button. Then, you might have to adjust your position a bit so that it hits the lowest part of your back and rubs it nicely, but all you have to do is push yourself back a bit and then lean forward a bit to get a really nice massage on your lower back.
1756446
I have used it on my upper back and it has helped with back pain from time to time. Sometimes I get a pinched nerve right below my shoulder blades and rolling this up and down the length of my spine seems to help it. The nubs hurt while doing it, but the next day it feels a lot better.
551685
I would be inclined to think so. It made a huge difference in avoiding back pain from slouching over.
592894
I honestly can't answer your question if this cushion will help your back and hip pain. It has helped me, especially in the car. I've bought several of this style of cushion. Bed, Bath, and Beyond has one in the store that I bought because I had to have it that day. It works but is not as thick as this one and therefore doesn't provide as much cushion.
884540
it does, but you only use one side of the pillow and it has a barrier to keep the cold away from you. as for lower back pain, i cannot say one way or the other. sorry. hope this helps you some. a gel ice pack and a heating pad used alternately might work.
2125016
The Osteo Bi-Flex is advertised as helpful for joint discomfort. That is why I take it - and it REALLY helps. I have arthritis in my knees, hips and other places. As far as relieving back pain, I really cannot say. I have chronic back pain and I take pain pills, use heat, etc. for that, so I really don't think the Osteo-Bi-Flex helps with back pain. I DO notice the difference in my knees and other joints if I don't take the Osteo-Bi-Flex on a regular basis. Hope this answers your question.
2004453
I have been using it for some time. At first I was worried about my back....took it slow and easy making sure to pull my stomach in and not stretch out as far to begin with. After a little over a week I was able to stretch the full stretch out and pull back slowly without pulling on my back. Now I realize it has actually strengthen my back and don't worry about it. Feels great. Good luck and enjoy.
89613
I have lower back scoliosis and other problems and to be honest I didn't think this belt helped me very much. I did like the si-loc belt and felt that it helped more. Hope this helps!