Lower Back Pain Exercises: HoMedics Shiatsu One Massaging Cushion with Heat Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)I purchased this without a chance to test drive it, and was worried that the shoulder massager wouldn't reach low enough for this fairly short person. I was pleasantly surprised that the balls move down to reach almost below the dark band that separates the upper and lower section, and dig in nicely. In fact, the first time I tried it, I gave myself a bruise because it felt so great.
The remote has separate controls for the upper and lower section, each with heat and vibration. Also, when the lower section is on Rolling, the width can be adjusted.
I have found that if I can't get it to reach a certain spot while I am sitting up, I can just slouch until the best contact is made.
Drawbacks: The vibration in the shoulder section seems to be rougher than in the back section. Maybe it only seems that way because it is closer to the ears. Also, the upper section has some sort of mound or bump in the middle that I am not sure what it is for. On an average-height person, it would probably nestle in the base of the head, but at 5ft3in it hits me in the back of the head and is just sort of odd.
Still, this product is really helpful for working out morning stiffness and for relaxing at the end of the day.

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Product Description:
SBM-500H
Therapist Select™ Shiatsu1 Massaging Cushion with Heat
Finally! True Shiatsu massage for the back AND shoulders. Massage shoulders and back at the same time with the separate deep kneading shiatsu shoulder mechanism. The state-of-the-art dual massage mechanism features both deep kneading Shiatsu and soothing rolling for an invigorating back massage you'll never forget. Also features spot massage and instant heat for a more relaxing massage. With an adjustable height on the shoulder massage you are sure to get just the right spot no matter what your height is. With six programs to choose from, choose your favorite and let the cushion do the work.
Features:
Exclusive Shiatsu shoulder massage
Independent mechanism that massages just your shoulders. Adjust the position at the touch of a button to fit your height.
Moving dual massage mechanism for the back Travels up and down your back with two massaging styles--Shiatsu and rolling massage
Quick heat Optional heat in under a minute for both the back and shoulders
Easily fits most chairs. The integrated strapping system transforms an ordinary chair into an incredible massage chair