How is it with low back pain sufferers? I have had two prior L4/L5 decompression laminectomies. Thanks
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I have had lower pack pain issues for years although mine are different. This still remains my favorite sleeping pad since I am a side sleeper and it seems to give just the right support.
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I agree with previous comment - this is GREAT, but for the neck , not low back. I've also had lumbar back issues and use a back extension device called True Back Sport (got it years ago and not sure it's still available) - also for free so even better, I do McKenzie exercise for lumbar spine - which is lying on stomach on the floor, relaxing hips, pelvis and legs into floor then pushing upper body up with arms so back extends and holding for a while (I do a count of ten), then relax back down and repeat (5 to 10 times). This (plus some weight training, core body strengthening) has kept my lower back happy for years : ) I agree with previous comment - this is GREAT, but for the neck , not low back. I've also had lumbar back issues and use a back extension device called True Back Sport (got it years ago and not sure it's still available) - also for free so even better, I do McKenzie exercise for lumbar spine - which is lying on stomach on the floor, relaxing hips, pelvis and legs into floor then pushing upper body up with arms so back extends and holding for a while (I do a count of ten), then relax back down and repeat (5 to 10 times). This (plus some weight training, core body strengthening) has kept my... » Read More I agree with previous comment - this is GREAT, but for the neck , not low back. I've also had lumbar back issues and use a back extension device called True Back Sport (got it years ago and not sure it's still available) - also for free so even better, I do McKenzie exercise for lumbar spine - which is lying on stomach on the floor, relaxing hips, pelvis and legs into floor then pushing upper body up with arms so back extends and holding for a while (I do a count of ten), then relax back down and repeat (5 to 10 times). This (plus some weight training, core body strengthening) has kept my lower back happy for years : ) « Show Less
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I experienced the same thing the first couple of times. Once the table is setup properly for my height, all I have to do is move my arms from my upper body to below my waist. You still need to bend down to unlatch the ankle locks, but your back will feel better after inverting a couple of time and the pressure comes off the nerve. I've had the 4--5 disc removed 20 years ago and experienced nervre pain occassionally, but this has help to eliminate that in two to three inversions.
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Me too, a spinal injury to L4 and L5 years ago and I find this VERY comfortable.I am also recouping from a stroke and find getting on and off this bike a bit of a challenge, but I can do it.This seems like a great bike after less than a week's use. I love it.
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I have lower back problems. Everyday that I am in NY I hang for 3 min. daily. I swear by it. It takes ALL of the pressure off and I am fine for at least that day and maybe a few others. You can feel the release. I am in good shape otherwise.
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My pain is in the back and hip joints. I have had some in the knees and used it there. It went away for me. I have been using the unit since December 4 2014. In the past 5 days I can now go to bed and go to sleep after a year of waiting for the burning paining to cease and relax sometimes for an hour. I can only say that it has worked for me. Living with pain is wearing on the nerves. I would recommend to try it. I had someone tell me they had used the light on her horses for injury for 15 years and knew it worked for them.
808508
I'm over 200lbs and have done the action of (lay on my back full weight) and have had no problems! This is a repeated action as i have had surgery on my back! A very good product!
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It helped right away. I have reoccurring issues with sciatica down my legs. Usually a few visits to a chiropractor and exercises gets it back but this helped right away. After only five minutes of a few up and downs it took the majority of the pain away. It didn't heal it totally, I still needed to do stretches and stuff but it took the sharp pains away. I am 42, 6' and 185 lbs and a triathlete so I am in shape but just have back problems from prior work time to time and this allowed me to do something right away. I recommend it.
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I have some dry disks in my back. The one at my tail bone compresses the nerves in my legs. So without the cushion I could not take a road trip. It took 3 stops in a 2.5 hour trip just to get there without a lot of pain.
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My lower back was so bad that I had surgery to fuse some lumbar disks. The pillow was a life saver. you have to position and reposition the pillow at times. The straps that hold to a chair are useful only to carry it. It is not a posture pillow.
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Hey there. For me, the lumbar support is good, and I'm a big guy! Hard to judge personal preferences when it comes to comfort though. Great value for the price. Hope this helpsWest
595654
It's worth a try! Also, I've read that people with low back pain have weaker multifidus muscles, so I'd try an exercise for that too. Treat Your Own Spinal Stenosis is one resource I've heard about. Hope this helps!
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Hi, I have a herniated L3 and this doesnt hurt a bit, in fact, the more I exercise the better my back feels!
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It's been a few years now, but it was hard to say, even then, what actually worked. I know it felt good using the wedgy and I pretty much stuck to what was recommended. I also did lots of other things to speed up recovery, in particular being vigilant about my posture and I STILL use sacroiliac supports when seated at office, in car, when reading in bed. I highly recommend getting a diagnosis and/or seeing a physical therapist.
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Yeah it dose great for lower back pain, I have osteoterosis really bad and helpswith that pain also.
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I weigh 250 lbs and the only issue I have is the pillow is too thick for me. It pokes me in the back of the head and I do not feel it on my neck at all. Laying down on the mat is easy with little discomfort from the mat, getting up however is a little more painful as I roll over and put the same weight on a smaller surface area. Standing on the mat took a little more getting used to. The first time I tried it was from a full standing position. I obviously had the full 250 lbs on one foot. I quickly got the second foot onto the mat and started to wobble and the discomfort was a bit high. I realized I wasn't standing in a natural V, instead my feet were close and parallel to each other. Once I re-positioned into a natural V the discomfort was gone and I was able to maintain balance without discomfort. My favorite position is to lay on the bed with my knees pulled up and my feet on the pillow. This puts more pressure into my lower back and the arches of my feet at the same time.
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I also, am a pain warrior! I also, was on disability and left a very high paying position in medicine. I will pray for you and please know I do know how it feels to be in pain. I walk beside you as far as that goes. It sure is not fun and the older one gets the harder it is to cope and do things. But , we get through it!