NeoTech Care Adjustable Compression Back Brace Lumbar Support Belt, Black, Size L

Item was delivered quickly and shipped on time. I have severe and chronic lower back problems. Over the y ears I have had several types of back braces. I have discovered that fit, comfort, and effectiveness are essential with these types of items, especially fit which is the main determinant of comfort and effectiveness. The fit was perfect given the fit chart and my size. I wore the item all day and it gave me the relief I was seeking without the unnecessary chafing and sweating. The secret I think is its outstanding width. The unit covers most of back and provides support and a comfortable warmth to many of those small muscles in the back which can be painful. The Velcro straps sit flat and hold firmly. More importantly the item does not double over, slide up or down, and roll over like others I have tried. Very good product, I highly recommend it.

The email requesting I review this popped up as I am just sitting down at the PC, after a walk and wearing this back brace. Kismet! The brace itself is very well engineered. You can wear it easily over or under clothes. The Velcro is very sticky - which is great. The straps can really pull tight if you need the extra support. If you have a pot belly - you will not look like the guy in the picture. If you look like the guy in the picture - you probably do not need this brace. I bought this brace for walking (also treadmill and bike at gym) and working around the yard, or garage - especially when bending over. For me, I'd be inclined to use this 1) if I felt back spasms or pain (nerve / sciatic) coming prior to exercise, or 2) for longer periods of exercise / training. It can also be of use while sitting for extended periods at a computer. After a month, I can say it functions very well, and it provides excellent support. I'm pleased. Why should you care about what I have to say? I have had 4 neck / lower back surgeries due to congenital spine issues. I have gone through more braces and gadgets - pre and post op than most people should ever endure. I have a wonderful (and obscenely expensive) post op back brace that is bigger than a WWE championship belt. I needed similar support without the bulk. This little brace does the trick so far. Two quick notes. 1) Measure your Belly not your Waist for sizing or you'll be disappointed and will need to order the next size up. 2) Wearing a back brace is not a cure or panacea for back issues. When I say extended periods of time (above) I am referring to 30-45 minutes of max wear time. Most doctors and therapists will tell you not to wear these braces constantly / all day, unless of course they direct you to do so. I wear these as support and to train my muscles and body so I need the brace less or not at all. Independence from the brace is the Goal. I hope this item works as well for you.

this is a very comfortable brace, if worn on the outside of my shirt. when i wear this under my shirt i feel itchy. it is the perfect brace outside of this small issue. so i just use it at my at home desk while working and change it to something else if i need to go outside my house.

I'm 71, and after working for hours in the yard, my back was killing me. This brace arrived just as I was resuming my yard work days later. I put it on and I was amazed at the difference. Don't know why I didn't try this sooner. This product is comfortable and does what it's supposed to do.

This makes my back secure and I feel great.

solved the back issue and fits well but warm outside working in southwest Florida heat.

Pros: This brace is very supportive for the whole lower back which I really appreciate. It is nice to be able to increase the tension with the adjustable flaps on either side. Con: The one big con for me is the velcro holding it together. The velcro quickly lost a lot of its effectiveness which now leads it to simply pop off, which can quickly become extremely irritating. I haven't worn it all that much, so I'm hoping I have a dud. I have had great results with another brace neotech sells so I plan on contacting the seller for a replacement and will double check the sizing. I measured my midsection and ordered the appropriate size, but I'll double check that as well and correct this review if I messed up. Bottom line, hopefully I just got a weird one and I'll update on the customer service.

I put on a few pounds on the middle, and now my back hurts more often than it did before. I have a weight lifting belt that I use in the gym, but those are not meant for extended wear - and don't flex with your movements much, by design. I came to Amazon for help, and it did not fail to deliver - this belt was at my doorstep in the 2-day clockwork we have all become used to. I wore it on several short occasions, and loved it. I like the 2-step compression - first the big velcro in the front, and then the side velcros to really pull the belt close and tight. I can feel the weight get off my back immediately, and find it easier to maintain a standing position. After getting comfortable using the belt, I had a chance to use it for several hours in a physically intensive, constantly standing task involving moving heavy objects. My back still hurt at the end of the day, but about a fourth of what it did after similar intensive tasks in the past. 75% pain reduction on a physically intensive work is a product I will stand by and recommend wholeheartedly.