Short Description
A curved portable sitting device designed to correct sitting posture. It is made from flexible plastic and covered with a soft fabric. The contours cradle and support the bones at the base of the pelvis enabling a neutral spinal position. One size fits most people.
More Details
Core Material:
Copolymer polypropylene plastic
Padding:
100% pen cell urethane foam
Fabric Covering:
Brushed polyester fibre
Backjoy is designed to relieve pressure and strain on the back. It gently tilts the pelvis forward to induce a neutral position for the spine. Aligning the sacral region corrects the dysfunctional mechanics caused by sitting.
It prevents the pain that is caused by tightening the back muscles. This tightening is triggered when the gluteus muscles flatten under the user's weight when sitting.
Backjoy is also designed to fit the medically and scientifically accepted average distance between the sitting bones (the ischial tuberosities) that rest at the base of the pelvis.
Factors To Consider
From the manufacturer's web site:
BackJoy will not work for you if you have been confined to a wheel chair, have any form of muscular atrophy, or if you have trouble standing or walking for any length of time. Before using this or any other product, consult a physician to make sure the origin of your back pain is not due to a condition that requires medical attention.
Place Of Manufacture
Canada
Standards
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