Have you ever suffered from back pain, whether it’s just occasional or chronic, but do not have the money to drop on a massage or a chiropractor visit? Stretching your back is the easiest way to relieve tense muscles in the entire back area but unless you’ve been directed on how to do it exactly, stretching on your can be more harmful than helpful. There are products out on the market that cater to these needs specifically; these back stretchers are endorsed by personal trainers, physicians and even massage therapists so stop worrying about expensive medical bills with the investment of a great back stretcher.

The Lumbar Extender is an easy and convenient device that helps relieve chronic back pain, correct postural imbalances as well as help restore the natural curvature of the spin just by simply laying your back onto it.  With three levels of stretching, the Lumbar Extender is great for users of all fitness levels.  Going on vacation? Stay limber with this back stretcher and take it with you; it’s small and compact enough to fit into any bag or briefcase and can be used virtually anywhere where it’s convenient for you!

Like the idea of being able to take along your back stretching device wherever you go? Then you’ll also want to check out the P3 Portable Back Stretcher (it has also been called the Lynx Portable Back Stretcher, but the product is the same). This portable back stretcher not only allows you to stretch your back, but also provides some traction so your spine can decompress which really helps with back pain relief. The P3 stretcher is unique because you control the amount of stretch and traction (your ankles are held securely and you lay back, push against the handles and completely control the amount of stretch). Many other back stretching products are constructed so that even if you have different stretch options, the design of the product limits where you’re able to stretch to (which can be painful if you’re new to stretching your back).

If you are new to back stretching, don’t let your beginner status or the variety of back stretching devices on the market overwhelm you. Congratulate yourself on taking a step towards natural relief of back pain. Listen to your body and only stretch as far as is comfortable. When you are new to stretching (though people of all flexibility levels find these effective), consider using a Half Round Yoga Bolster Cushion or a Core Yoga Bolster Pillow as back stretching aids. Numerous props are used in yoga, and these cushions are able to support you but soft enough that you aren’t forced to stretch any further than is comfortable. Many people simply put the yoga cushion on the floor, and lay down with their back against the yoga bolster, allowing the back to gently stretch opposite the direction our backs are pulled most of the day (whether walking or sitting, our backs are usually rounded forward). You’ll see these bolsters in pretty much any physical therapist’s office you ever go to.

No matter if you’ve never stretched your back before or you’ve been stretching for decades, the key to avoiding injuries is to prevent them from happening in the first place. Increased flexibility helps prevent injuries (back strain may seem like a simplistic injury but anyone who has experienced it will tell you otherwise). Back pain is one of the most common complaints among adults of all ages, but stretching has been proven to help relieve back pain (both occasional and chronic). Skip expensive medical bills and know you’re stretching your back properly and safely with a proven back stretching device. Living in pain or living on pain medications are not your only options – buy a back stretching device and start feeling back pain relief naturally.