How does this support your back? I have a bad back and am not sure this would support it enough for me to excercise?
1411611
Have spinal defect on L4 & L5, arthritis. Back on this bike is very confortable.
1735186
You place it at the base of your spine and it really doesn't hold your weight, it just makes you use your core muscles. You never lean all the way back on it; it is there to make balancing a little harder which engages more muscles.
612887
The back support is decent if you're just sitting, not great if you're more active though. The chair takes up some space when stowed. I personally wouldn't want to tuck it into a corner of the living room because it's not compact enough but you might have more space than I do. I don't see it as a "daily use" kind of thing. Great for dragging to the park once every couple of weeks but not great for dragging around daily.
2198131
I'm not exactly sure what you're asking but we didn't notice any big strain on the back one way or the other. We were using it for general exercise, so if you increased the tension, you might create more of a "stretch".
602773
I brought my pillow up to the computer to try it out. It definitely supports my back, though it feels different than in the car because of the way it hugs your body and the shape of the car seat is different than computer chair.I think it is worth a try.
1677853
I used it for my back... believe I have torn muscles etc, from heavy lifting. I did notice a big difference with it and shall continue to use it. Barbara
1877461
Sorry for the delay in answering this. Used the pillow today and yesterday it does support most of the upper back if you're not a very large adult.
2171573
I also have mid and low back pain and it works best on the low back but also helps with the mid back. You are not inverted, no where near that. You just lay into it and it stretches your forward, gently. I also have an inversion table and use this more than the table. I really think you would be satisfied if you purchased one.
986047
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
612886
I also have a bad back, which is why I bought this chair. I'm not sure how severe your situation is, but I found that the chair is durable enough for the price and has different degrees of incline which you can manually adjust the back to. All in all I think this chair is a good option for back pain.
2220829
Since the seat is wider than most it should provide more support. Not sure if this extra support helps a back problem. however.I would check with your doctor.
2117213
I'm not sure, but if I would buy again I woukdnt get this one. I feel like the backrest is low and does not have enough support.
659213
I believe it will support 260lbs., but it will probably flex slightly. I used one of these in physical therapy and it was made from a hard wood. If you can find one, try it first.
1899888
Yes. Where you put your feet may not be but I think it is. It is rough so your feet won't slip. I really like it. I have a bad back.. It moves and that is important. It isn't very heavy. I don't know what else one could be made from that would be as good.
565467
it fit in our frame just fine. As far as support I have a bad back, it took a little while to get used to it but now it has helped by back a great deal.
667532
The back portion is technically stationary, but it if you wanted to lean back (whole upper body sort of way, like of you wanted to stretch out) it has some give. Otherwise, it is not very flexible for back portion by itself. Hope that helps a bit.
916461
Yes it can. It can support the back when it placed properly behind the back. It is soft and firm enough to support the back and neck also. This pillow is great for those whose back muscles are not strong. I use it to behind my back when I want to sit up for long periods of time while I am reading my favorite book or watching TV.