As a long-time back pain sufferer, I’ve tried various solutions. This massager is effective for temporary relief. However, I found that strengthening my core through exercises like sit-ups, pull-ups, and push-ups, along with losing weight, provided the best long-term relief. I used to be pain-free when I could do sets of 10-15 pull-ups, but I got lazy and now I’m facing discomfort again.

I also own a TENS unit, which works well, but it’s difficult to apply the pads on my back alone. I have heating pads, ice packs, various foam rollers, a Bosu ball, and topical treatments like Icy Hot, Tiger Balm, and Biofreeze. I even have a hot tub with multiple jets and seating options. This massager is a fantastic addition to my collection. I bought an acupressure mat at the same time, initially skeptical about it compared to the shiatsu heated massager. However, using both the acupressure mat and the shiatsu massager in conjunction with light stretching helped me return to work in just a couple of days, dealing with only mild stiffness and soreness instead of debilitating pain and immobility.

What can I say? This device is fantastic for me! I’m currently pain-free without any pills. I lie on my side on the couch and place the massager on my glutes, hips, thighs, and lower back. I start gently, testing and adjusting to find the best position. The device has great power, and at first, it’s a bit intense until the muscles loosen up. Gradually, it works out the tension. I’ve started to wedge it between myself and the couch for added pressure and deeper relief. Although it’s recommended to use the “15-minute program,” I often go longer if needed. It does get quite warm, which might be too much for some. I think it’s not ideal for daily use, but half an hour a day works wonders. Over time, I’ve found I don’t need it every day.

I even bought one for my mother because I was so impressed. She tried it for her neck, but at 80 years old, she struggled to use it. She said, “ouch, that hurts,” so the device didn’t suit her at all.