has anyone who has had traditional alignment treatments used this product. Has any of the users of this product used traditional chiropractic treatments?
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Yes. I've never had a back injury, disease, or condition. However, I inherited my dad's bad back. I have a few vertebrae that like to slip out of place, and leave me in severe pain. Chiropractic was a life-saver for decades, with the only alternative being pain medication and waiting for my spine to find a stabile alignment. For me, the Spine-Worx has replaced most of my chiropractic visits, and has the advantage of being usable at any hour on any day. Instead of the chiropractor using quick motions to move my back into alignment, the Spine-Worx uses time and body weight. When I lay on it, either a vertebrae will be sticking down further than the rest, or one will be raised to where it doesn't touch the Spine-Worx board. In either case, I lay there for a few minutes, distract myself with something until my muscles release, and let my body weight push all of my vertebrae down against the Spine-Worx board. The end result is similar to a chiropractic visit for me, except that I don't get my neck cracked, and I'm not paying the price of the Spine-Worx for each treatment. Also, my back seems to stay in proper alignment longer after using the Spine-Worx than it does after a single chiropractic adjustment. I've owned my Spine-Worx board for about 3 years now, and REALLY wish I had purchased one earlier. For what it does, I would have gladly paid 10 times the current $33.99 price to get a prototype or early production model.
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This a hard one to answer. I'm 73 years old, and it has been a great addition to my daily gym visit. That being said, not everyone can deal with hanging upside down. I would try before I buy, and check with your doctor. I believe it has helped my back, hip, and knees. I only do 3 min at a time.
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My back pain is in my lower back so I can't really evaluate the mid back pain. It is fine for the lower back but quite honestly I prefer my inversion table. The thing with inversion is not to try and do too much too quickly. My chiropractor pointed out that 5% grade was sufficient and as you become comfortable increase it. Admittedly an inversion table takes up more room but if you have the space that is the way I would go. I have not used my Nubax for some time.
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Yes, i have used the Heavenly acupressure mat and must say I love it.I had lower back pain and muscle tension and now lye . I noticed immediate pain relief with an added benefit of better sleep. Highly recommend acupressure mats! Heavenly Acupressure Mat - Blue! Also, in 1997, a study was done by Dr. Zilberter using acupressure mats which resulted in 98% of the 126 participants reporting pain relief when they used acupressure mats. They work!!!
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I can't remember how I did it but don't waste your money. It looks great in the picture but if you think about it, to be able to straighten your back it has to put lot of torque on your body and it hurts. It cuts into you and is very uncomfortable. Mine is in the garbage can.
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I have used mine for years . and use as needed. I also use my inversion table , . they due stretch your back, but not the same way . so it may help, but it may not! That depends on what your goal is . Good Luck !
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I also have scoliosis which twists my my neck to the side. The neck traction straightens my neck I am not so sure about it helping forward head posture, it might help. All I know it lengthens my neck and it feels great. You may want to check with a chiropractor, he recommended it for my curve in my neck. Good luck to you.
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No, sorry I have only used the Real-Ease neck & shoulder Relaxer. It works very well for me.
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Dear Brett: I'm 72. I'm Walter's wife and I'm wearing the Body Rite Posture Pleaser daily. It has helped me a lot. Being 5'9" I've hunched forward most of my life, but this product has helped the hunching and the resulting back-aches. We bought another one for a friend, who also loves it. Highly recommend this product! It's the best - so comfortable you forget you're wearing it.
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It was not true in the case that I witnessed as far as relief for painful joints is concerned. My father tried a first and second month's worth with no noticeable improvement to joint pain. I got him next some Source Naturals Hyaluronic Joint Complex based on another shoppers experience. Here was the case where it was felt this ingredient was helpful by way of making movement easier. This shopper not want to continue the costly InstaFlex (adv. radio) that contains hyaluronic acid and this product is cheaper. You will be able to locate the review that I am referring to if you search on InstaFlex. So we'll see if my pop notices any improvement; I am not hopeful that he will. It was not true in the case that I witnessed as far as relief for painful joints is concerned. My father tried a first and second month's worth with no noticeable improvement to joint pain. I got him next some Source Naturals Hyaluronic Joint Complex based on another shoppers experience. Here was the case where it was felt this ingredient was helpful by way of making movement easier. This shopper not want to continue the costly InstaFlex (adv. radio) that contains hyaluronic acid and this product is cheaper. You will be able to locate the review that I am referring to if you search on... » Read More It was not true in the case that I witnessed as far as relief for painful joints is concerned. My father tried a first and second month's worth with no noticeable improvement to joint pain. I got him next some Source Naturals Hyaluronic Joint Complex based on another shoppers experience. Here was the case where it was felt this ingredient was helpful by way of making movement easier. This shopper not want to continue the costly InstaFlex (adv. radio) that contains hyaluronic acid and this product is cheaper. You will be able to locate the review that I am referring to if you search on InstaFlex. So we'll see if my pop notices any improvement; I am not hopeful that he will. « Show Less
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Probably could help if you use it consistently and properly. When I first started using this it was quite painful and I can really see the difference after a few months. My chiropractor highly recommended it and I trust him.
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I have only used the Neck Genie and that has been very effective. I do 4 sets of 10 repetitions 5 mornings a week. It has helped to tone my muscles and tighten the skin around the jawline. Use it consistently for a month and the results will be noticeable. Let me know if you would like more info!
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It's supports the curvature, therby taking pressure off. I don't know if helps it align to bones. I use in conjunction with chiropractic & exercise to maintain.
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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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That info. should be on there site.. but for me it basically reminds me to stand & sit straight... I don't have to use it for very long 10-15 min whenever I start to feel hunched or if I know I haven't been standing straight & my shoulders are aching. I don't use it everyday... Im 47, have had 6 babys, im thin, but my shoulders carry my stress... so when Im feeling the need I just slip it on & it retrains my body & mind. I would think if you are very hunched you would want to do it daily, & retrain your body & mind to stand straight onm its own when you are not wearing it... hope this helps :) That info. should be on there site.. but for me it basically reminds me to stand & sit straight... I don't have to use it for very long 10-15 min whenever I start to feel hunched or if I know I haven't been standing straight & my shoulders are aching. I don't use it everyday... Im 47, have had 6 babys, im thin, but my shoulders carry my stress... so when Im feeling the need I just slip it on & it retrains my body & mind. I would think if you are very hunched you would want to do it daily, & retrain your body & mind to stand straight onm its own when you are not wearing it... hope this helps :)
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I am not familar with bodybackbuddy. However, my theracane is what I call a "God-send". To be able to apply pressure to the back muscles is basically "instant" relief of back and shoulder pain for me. I tend to slouch, at age 73, and this helps me realign. I will never travel anywhere with out it.
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I would say it depends on how you feel physically. I had back surgery about 12 years ago and recently bought the Teeter Hangups, and it made dealing with pain a whole lot easier. I wish I had bought it a long time ago. I don't take pain killers or see the chiropractor since I started inverting. If you can try one before buying that would pretty much answer your question. I Love mines.