Is it effective for lower back massage
1846615
Yes, I found some success with this. You have to position the the seat cushion so one of the massage units is up against the lower back. The heat function is very good and sometimes I have to shut off the heat because it gets too hot. I leave the massage on constantly while I'm in the car.
1846616
There is no massage. The unit vibrates a little. I would not purchase this item again. The first unit sent to me didn't work. That was not really the problem. The company was miserably rude to me. Stay away from them!
1846617
It doesn't specifically have a mobile lumbar component but between the vibration and the heat, it does bring relief. It's the best thing we found for the money.
1846618
Hi, Amazon e-mailed me asking me if I would answer your question...I returned this model in favor of my "go to" Five S 10 Motor Massage Cushion available at Amazon, as well. As I wrote in my review, it did NOT massage my lower back because the massagers were way too wide - they didn't hit the lower back since they were spaced too far apart. It might work for a man, but I had several of my girlfriends try it, and they had the same problem. The guys thought it was okay...also, the seat area got uncomfortably hot - I thought I was sitting on a hot griddle. Try the Five Star.
148410
Yes but not in a typical massage finger-like fashion - the effect is more like a pair of paddles pushed against the right and left shoulder-neck area. To me, the chair is most effective when massaging, (in a rolling motion,) the lower back and spine.
386010
no. not if used correctly. no strain on back...and i have lower back issues...
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
2132634
If you are asking can you massage yourself with it, yes. Though the companies smaller version would be better if self-message will be your mainstay --- it is heavy. I lay it on the bed and kinda roll my back up to it - seems to work ok. Far more relaxing though for my wife to work on my back and hamstrings. hope this helps? bill
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.
637516
I think it's pretty weak. It feels good if you are only wanting a light massage, but if you want something that will reach deeper, look elsewhere.
1026705
I don't know. I've not tryed it there. However it works reslly well on my lower back. Lloyd Jl
2048132
I use it for my lower back sparingly. I'm around 200 lbs and can't fully lean on it without the motors stopping or slowing . But I like really deep tissue massages . It will work , just don't push back super hard . Power supply: comes with home plug , and a car plug.
361433
It doesn't necessarily target your lower back, but it does stretch out your hamstrings effectively, which relieves lower back pain. I find it very helpful.
844574
My wife used it on her lower back (it worked)I use it on IT Band (it works)Have 2 friends that use it for back pain (it worked)
2158536
If you roll on it on your back it will massage along you spine, yes. You can also lay on your stomach and have someone roll it along your spine.
1059802
I use it only to massage and pains. The machine is wonderful. I'm slim, but I think maybe it works because it makes passive gymnastics.
1191921
I would have to say probably not. My husband tried it and it didn't feel very good and he felt kinda dizzy afterward. Everybody is different in what they like in a massage but this would not be what I would buy if you want to massage your head. Hope this helps.
2246444
The ball is designed for lower back stretches. Inside the packaging will be picture and written exercises that you can do. I have found the exercises very effective at easing lower back discomfort and pain. I saw this on Dr. Oz last year.
892064
It's too small to be used on your back unless someone else does it for you, and uses it in a small area. The stick is only about 9 inches long, and only about 4 inches are actually for massage. I have tried using it on my neck, but the size and shape really make it best for rolling under your feet.
1582790
It feels to be a vibrating massage. It has different patterns it will do, up and down, alternating spots, covers neck, upper back, middle back, lower back and the back of upper legs. You can pick which areas you want it to cover and the intensity and speed. I had one similar to this one before and I like this one much better. Hope this helps!