ProStretchCoreStretch, Adjustable Upper and Lower Back Stretcher, Physical Therapy Tool for Back Pain Relief and Shoulder Stretching

I'm a middle aged desk jockey that occasionally suffers from tight or acute lower back pain. Stretching usually helps but that takes days to relieve a bad pull.The construction of this is a little junky, so out of the box I thought "well that was wasted $80, I could have made something similar for $20". While true, this is actually a screaming value. The adjustability is important to finding the right stretch to pull on whatever muscle is tight and causing the back pain, and it only takes a second to change the length.The results are MAGIC, and this can stretch upper back/shoulders, lower back, thighs and calves. My son runs track and is shaped like a cross between a chimp and giraffe, it takes him 2 seconds to adjust the stretcher to do his calves after I've been stretching out my lower back.Best $100 I've spent in a long time (even though it is only $5 COGS).

Hubby is using this for rehab therapy post stroke based on recommendation from therapist. We opened box and he set it up and was using it within five minutes. Easy for one armed man to adjust and use. Most important, it does a superior job on external shoulder rotation and stretch, which is almost impossible by any other therapy techniques and even the best just doesn't come close to the stretch you can get with this tool. Yeah, it's pricey for simple thing but it is a big help.

easy asambly, but needs lubrication before usimg. It is, nevertheless, just what the Dr. recommended.

The product is worth your investment - Especially during the Covid Era. Immobilization can cause problems. This is a" keep it simple" device. That allows one to stretch at their own abilities. As you become more capable - you have an option to extend the stretch further. Recommend for all those 18 and older. I use it in the sitting position and this appears to be enough. Use normal twice a day for 10 minutes or so. Once upon awakening and before bed. Stay healthy & enjoy.

Great for scratching the lower back. I find it more relaxing to pull the handle down and place it against a wall, or something substantial.

The ”metal” is so cheap the setting slips w/ hardly any torque and slams into your hips mid stretch. Every adjustable metal hole setting tried on the pole warped after the second use. I’m only 150lbs and I’m not using any force just leaning forward while holding the handles. Very frustrating because the one at physical therapy is my favorite thing. They must have an older model, I can’t find it anywhere, it’s made with real metal and sturdy. This one is dangerous af, this could really hurt someone. For the price I’m incredibly disappointed. Trying to rig. Highly recommend and going to tell everyone do not buy! Make your own!

Other reviews for the Medi-Dyne CoreStretch Exerciser have been glowing. I'm happy for these owners, but I am not as enthused. The device will help to stretch the back and shoulders, even the hamstrings, but after the first few basic recommended stretches, it is mostly a matter of repetition even though the instruction sheet illustrates different "advanced" stretches. For this reason I think it is very overpriced; hence my mediocre rating. If the device were $30.00 rather than $60.00, I'd rate it somewhat higher.

Cured my sciatic pain along with a shoe lift. Also when I feel my back going out I use the stretcher and save myself from any downtime from middle and lower back muscle spasms. Truly a best buy for back problems. Kinda pricey but worth every penny! Bought it about 3 years ago and no issues withbuild quality.