wouldn't a pillow or two under your lower back as you lay on a hard floor also do the trick?
2009368
No ive had chronic back problems for years and this back magic is AWESOME! A pillow isnt rigid enough nor can It Bridge your back enough to provide proper stretch TRUST ME DONT BE CHEAP DONT BE STUPID DO YOUR BACK A FAVOR BUY IT!!!!!!
2009369
I have used pillows in the past but did not feel they provided the structured arch created by the back magic. The weight of your body is unable to smash down the back magic arch, as it will do with pillows. I also have the Teeter inversion table but prefer the results I get with back magic.
2009370
Tried pillows before purchasing item which helped but you need more firmness to stretch back. Also it was on sale though Amazon for 15 bucks.
2009371
I don't think pillows would have the same effect as this device. Pillows do not offer the support that's needed for a good stretch.
339306
This pillow is not firm enough to support your back. It is only sufficiently firm enough to support your neck.
579413
Soft, The deeper your body sinks the more support it provides. If you need something extra soft you could purchase one of those pillow tops.
1175407
You could definitely put it under your shoulders, but it won't be able to get through the layers of your pillow if you put it underneath.
1469894
It's a very firm pillow, which is why I did so much research to find one like it. All others I tried lost their firmness quite quickly. As far as laying on for the lower back, unless it's for exercise purpose, yes you could place it at the lower back. But other than that, I would think it would be too firm to try to sleep with, unless that is what you are looking for.
535347
Not very. I'm having major low-back problems when I wake up. I'm looking for a way to make it feel firmer or else I'll have to find a firmer one. Good luck!
247404
I purchased this item for my mother, who was mostly bedridden. She somehow used to lean to the right (almost laying on her side), I believe it was deliberate, so she could look at the ceiling (?????), so I'd prop a pillow under the arm where she leaned. That being said, I do believe it will help keep you in a sitting position.
516765
No, but you might want to put a flat board or a flat something under you mattress
1160356
Yes.. Put a towel in the floor and stand next to it... Hold your pillow waist high and then drop it into the towel.. Do this about 5-6 times and it fluffs right up... Hope this helps!!
1932230
Can be used for lower back when sitting in a chair and it must be plugged in to electrical outlet. Have never tried using when lying down. Just recently saw that HoMedics offers a similar Shiatsu that would fit an office chair and/or possibly use lying down, which I would have preferred.
1716096
We have a small pillow that my husband places in the small of his lower back. I do not use a pillow. So I am not sure if this helps but we are very satisfied. Good luck
1026136
No, but if you reversed position (head where feet would normally go), you could lie on your tummy but your legs would be elevated. It is a terrific piece and I use it for relaxing and reading and the occasional snooze.
27515
I had not thought about that, but it could happen - not sure if you'd want to use as a pillow for your head, but if your bed is extremely soft and you're looking for some lumbar support, I suppose that might be useful.
2040473
Absolutely not! I had to send it back because it was way too painful for my back. It has the Shiatsu roller balls that rotate preventing you from laying down. You would be better off with a regular massage mat for a chair, which you would be able to lay on.
987685
It is made for this reason (leg support), A regular pillow can not do this You would need 3 or 4 of them.
569742
Yes make certain the weight is down at your lower back. Don't try to fight it. It helps you sit up straight without thinking about it.It relieves back pain from sitting at the desk for hours.
2132635
I have, but it's kind of heavy for me. I'll usually lay in bed, position it on my lower back and press against the bed. It works much better when you have help.