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Backpod Authentic Original Premium Treatment for Neck Upper Back and Headache Pain from hunching over Smartphones and Computers Home Treatment Program for Costochondritis
Last Updated: January 22, 2021 (Refresh Now)
8.5
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Total Reviews
421
Old Reviews
138
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Comfort
119chest, costochondritis, posture, upper back, ribs
+82%
-18%
" ... I was acepto al when buying it especially because it’s not exactly cheap but the comfort it has brought him is unreal! ... "
" ... I hope I don’t speak too soon in saying my pain from costochondritis in my upper sternum has significantly improved (it’a been less than 48 hours of using it) I’m hoping it continues to improve as I continue to use it. ... "
" ... From a mechanical perspective for spine/ rub manipulation it works. ... First few days of use it can be a little uncomfortable but with more/ regular use it is fantastic. ... After the third day it felt comfortable and even invigorating. ... Go gentle at first and the rest will be a natural progression. ... Helps retrain the back for proper posture. ... "
" ... It's not the most comfortable thing to lay on, and it doesn't look like it is worth 80 dollars, maybe 15 at most, but to get rid of costochondritis pain, I would pay 500 dollars for this if I had to. ... "
" ... It is easy to use and a comfort emotionally knowing it is doing the job of releasing the frozen joints in my back from costochondritis. ... I have been using it for a month now and have had zero pain. ... "
" ... The numbness in my hands that comes and goes is lessened. ... "
" ... Then I began noticing some satisfying pops. ... I would suggest using for short periods of time and to continue to evaluate your mobility and how you feel. ... "
" ... My husband was having pain in his chest when he was lifting weights and was researching solutions when he ran across the Backpod. ... It helped the pain in my shoulder as well. ... "
Product Reliability
31costochondritis, pain, backpod, 2 weeks, costo
+90%
-10%
" ... This product is well made and has helped with my costochondritis a lot been using it a few weeks now and you can def feel the difference ... "
" ... I bought the back pod about a month ago. ... "
" ... My posture is better after only a few weeks! ... "
" ... When use properly it could honestly change your life. ... "
" ... It took 5.5 weeks of use 2x a day and pain was gone. ... I’m so thankful and wish I knew about it years ago as it would have changed my life. ... "
" ... I've had costochondritis for 5+ years. ... The Backpod is working for me. ... "
" ... After a few weeks, I am confident this is a life changing device. ... "
" ... It's been three weeks since I've been using it, and I am feeling much better. ... "
Build Quality
21foam roller, costo, rib cage, rib, pillows
+67%
-33%
" ... I figured I would give this a shot since rhe foam roller feels nice, but doesn’t target my clavicle area as well as I would like. ... "
" ... I was skeptical about this pricy plastic thing but I would like to say that it is actually helping a lot with my shoulder and neck pain. ... "
" ... It says to use three pillows, put your arms behind your neck and bend your knees and that’s how you apply pressure. ... I use it daily and my suggestion is to use your arms and legs to both balance and help with how much pressure you want. ... "
" ... Liked: feels good when used in between the shoulder and spine. ... Feels like a deep stretch. ... Puts pressure on areas with tension build up. ... "
" ... This product is well made and has helped with my costochondritis a lot been using it a few weeks now and you can def feel the difference ... "
" ... Really solid for those hard to reach places a foam roller cannot, and allows you the pressure a theracane can't handle. ... "
" ... Pros: From the first night I tried this, I could feel my sternum and ribs gently stretching open ... "
" ... a cork massage ball. ... "
Price
17money, worth the money, cost, spent, worth every penny
+88%
-12%
" ... Worth the investment. ... "
" ... This is worth the money and worth the try! ... "
" ... I have tried everything to get relief over the years and I couldn’t begin to tell you how much money I’ve spent on Doctors, Chiropractors, Acupuncturists and even Psychiatrists (a lot of Doctors thought it was in my head). ... "
" ... Now I think it is the best money I have spent in a long time. ... "
" ... You won’t be sorry you spent the money! ... "
" ... Definitely worth giving it a try! ... "
" ... Worth every penny! ... "
" ... As to price -- it's kind of expensive for what it is, but way less expensive than even a single visit to an osteopath. ... "
Video Playback
13videos, video, backpod, tube, found
+100%
" ... There are youtube videos that explain how to use it and this thing has changed my life! ... "
" ... Product as well as videos teach how to use properly. ... "
" ... I highly recommend watching the videos on you tube from the guy who made this little green miracle worker. ... "
" ... También encuentras video guía en You tube. ... "
" ... Saw it in a YouTube video. ... "
" ... The video on YouTube that shows how to use it has its comments checked by non other than the backpod's creator himself, who reads and responds to questions about it personally. ... "
" ... I used the Backpod as described in the instructions and YouTube videos and finally found some relief. ... "
" ... I emailed Steve August, the inventor, and he reminded me to do the the stretches that he demonstrates on his youtube videos. ... "
Fit
10ribs, back pod, using the back, stretched, spine
+80%
-20%
" ... The videos show a woman placing it directly below her spine but it's also important to place it on the immediate *sides* of your spine to work those ribs joints. ... "
" ... When I got up off the floor, felt my upper back and chest was already feeling better, like a stretch release, less tight than before. ... "
" ... My work with the PT likely loosened my vertebrae enough so I was able to let the Back Pod give me a proper stretch without pain . ... "
" ... This little bean fits the spot on the spine perfectly to give a nice chest stretch. ... "
" ... Lifting weights straight out from my body, reaching behind me in the car were just things I couldn’t do with my right arm. ... Honestly I still do all my heavy lifting work my left arm. ... "
" ... Phone rollers, not lifting or doing anything, and stretching wasn't effective. ... "
" ... It stretched my ribs so that I felt I could breathe again while laying on the pod. ... "
" ... It fits with everything my PT told me and tried to help me manage. ... "
Ease of Use
8easy to use, product, device, use, though
+100%
" ... Ease into it, be patient with yourself and be consistent. ... "
" ... Amazing how a device so simple brings relief . ... "
" ... Yes, this is a simple looking product, but it seems to work very well. ... "
" ... Easy to use and has so many good reviews out there. ... "
" ... I can’t say enough about this simple little device. ... "
" ... It's pretty easy to use and only takes a few minutes to do so far I haven't had a flare up. ... "
" ... My chiropractor has also noticed that my ribs are easier to adjust. ... "
Marketplace
8product, august, thanks, steve, ordered
+100%
" ... Thank you Dr. August for this miraculous invention. ... "
" ... Thanks for a fabulous product! ... "
" ... Thank you for inventing this. ... "
" ... Thank you so much! ... "
" ... Over the years I have purchased some version of just about everything that amazon has to offer. ... "
" ... Thank you for creating this product! ... "
" ... Thank you Steve August! ... "
" ... Thank God for this device! ... "
Returns
6sent, refund, back, work, try
+17%
-83%
" ... This product did not work for me and I ended up returning it. ... "
" ... I had to buy a second one and return the first one because it had defects. ... "
" ... This was not returnable, or I would have sent it back. ... "
" ... Sent it back for a refund and am now nursing a very sore back. ... "
Capacity
5helped, first, family
+100%
" ... Used this for the first time in my hotel room tonight. ... "
" ... It’s like having an in House Chiropractor but safer. ... "
" ... Been to the Emergency room countless times all to be told they could find no issues. ... "
" ... I can not even describe how much this has helped my family! ... "
" ... Just a minute or less in each area. ... "
Delivery
5arrived, received, ordered, evening, day
+100%
" ... Delivery time was long, but it was worth the wait. ... "
" ... I started using the Backpod the day it arrived and I am truly amazed! ... "
" ... Omg, like a really deep muscle massage in a box. ... "
" ... I read the reviews and they were so good that I ordered the product, and it worked! ... "
" ... Perfectly wrapped box. ... "
Design
5like, thingy, much, looking, stretch
+80%
-20%
" ... This fun colored little egg looking thingy, gives me so much relief. ... "
" ... Might look simple but it’s genius! ... "
" ... Feels like a deep stretch. ... "
" ... If you suffer from costo and have had doctors tell you the only thing to do is take NSAIDS, look here. ... "
Software Platform
4n, de, root, pecho, mi
+75%
-25%
" ... Reading about it, I was happy to have possibly found the root of my problem. ... "
" ... Thank You New Zealand Developer . ... "
" ... Many google searches later I found this product, and here I am a week later after using it. ... "
Apps
4seeing, brad, bob
+100%
" ... Just what I expect from the bob and brad YouTube show ... "
" ... Again check youtube ... "
" ... I was finally convinced to get it after seeing the creator's comments on youtube. ... "
" ... Purchased after seeing Bob and Brad, "the most famous physical therapists on the internet", on YOUTUBE. ... "
Setup
3instructions, directions, use, though, product
+100%
" ... Follow the directions. ... "
" ... Worked areas per instructions. ... "
" ... Of course, consult with your own medical professional before using. ... "
Volume
3room, price
+67%
-33%
" ... Used this for the first time in my hotel room tonight. ... "
" ... No regrets on the price, I've spent way more money trying to fix this issue, although I do hope as volume increases the price comes down to be more accessible to people. ... "
Hair
3lower, posture, back
+67%
-33%
" ... I used my Wahl massager ($28) and laid on my old orthopedic pillow. ... "
" ... The lever to raise and lower the mowing deck hit me in my right back ribs/shoulder blade. ... "
Size
3start
+100%
" ... While they suggest three pillows to start I found two of large king size were good enough to start. ... "
" ... I tend to carry a lot of tightness in my lower back from sitting at a desk all day and when it’s that time of the month. ... "
" ... It’s like a portable chiropractor for me. ... "
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