Carex Contour Back Cushion

I've been reviewing back support cushions for a while. And this one had a good review, and definitely it came as expected. It is very comfortable, not too bulk. I'm using it on an office chair, and still will try it in the car. Although it doesn't come with a strap, one can easily be placed with velcro, if you have someone who knows how to sew. Basically, a lot of the ones that come with straps, are made from a stretchable material that does hold the cushion anyways. When I sit down, I don't really need the strap to hold it, unless I'm moving a lot in the chair, which isn't frequent. For people who work in an office or on the computer, this is a good match.

Things to keep in mind: The pillow is not too wide, and since it has a curvature it may not be the right fit for everyone. I'm medium/slim build, female, and this is just perfect for me. However, anyone who is larger build will have an issue feeling comfy with the cushion. Your back is likely to go off the pillow if you are larger, so please review dimensions and take measurments at home. Many pillows without the side inward curvature may be a better match if you are large build.

The product's image looks like royal blue, but the pillow is dark blue as described in the text.

This is a must have for people who spend a lot of their day sitting down, to keep posture correct instead of slouching.

UPDATE (October 8th, 2010): I initally gave 5 stars, and have changed to 3.

I recently bought Esther Gokhale's book "8 Steps to a Pain-Free Back: Natural Posture" to realize that although I wasn't slouching any more, this cushion was causing a sway in my back. I.e. too much curvature in the lower back which also causes problems. Although, I apparently feel comfortable with the cushion, my back pain has not gotten any better. I'm now trying Gokhale's techniques of a natural posture, learning what good posture is and what to correct as I sleep, sit and walk... and so far my back is getting better every day (and I'm only 1/3 of the book and putting the exercises gradually into practice for over a month). I was skeptical about the book, but didn't have anything to lose, and so far what she teaches makes perfect sense; I was just not conscious of my bad posture... like most people aren't. I recommend reading this book, and then decide what cushion is best for you. Gokhale sells her own cushion on her site. I bought one this week, only because I noticed that her posture correction is helping so greatly, so might as well try the cushion.

It is disappointing that we read this cushion is good, and then someone else says it is bad. Who is right? I guess we have to try both to find out, and I'm coming to the conclusion that correcting posture is the essential step. One spends so much with medical bills, and a book may be a cheaper solution all along.

This cushion feels just like it should. However, I've never purchased one before and I didn't understand I would need a style with a strap to hold it in place on the back of my office chair. While I'm working, it slips off the side or sinks down between the back of the seat and the chair back.

I'll keep it to use while watching tv or reading, and I'm sure it will be great for that purpose. I'll buy one with a strap for my office chair.

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I just bought my third one of these. I have one at home, one in our vacation condo, and now one for the car. It's a real life-saver for me; with chronic back problems (spondylolisthesis) I was very limited and in frequent back pain until I got these. The problem is chairs without proper lumbar support; the solution for me has been this product. I even take it to restaurants (in a small bag) so that I can relax and not have to leave in a hurry because my back is going out.

NOTE: I do NOT advise getting the similar-looking "Carex Lumbar Support." It is smaller, much softer, and gives almost no support at all.

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I used this for my commute in the car and it's perfect! I raise it slightly so it hits above my hips. The contour shape hugs my back providing ultimate support and comfort. One slight fall back is when I wear a heavy winter coat the cushion is a little too snug but does not cause and discomfort. I am a big price comparison shopper and the price was comparable if not slightly lower to other stores.

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This cushion is fantastic and I suggest it to anyone who works on the computer all day long. Even if ur back isn't injured, it makes your chair 100000 times (really, that many) more comfortable. Worth the price to try!!

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