Duro-Med Relax-a-Bac with Insert and Strap

by Duro-Med

Product Features

• The composite insert strengthens the lumbar cushion to ease lower back pain. Made of molded, highly resilient foam
• Orthopedic design relieves tension and helps keep spine in proper alignment.
• Molded foam design provides total comfort
• Ideal for travel, home or office. The attractive burgundy cover is washable and includes convenient straps to help hold the cover in place

Product Description

Color: Burgundy

Relax-A-Bac Lumbar Cushion features a composite Board Insert which strengthens the cushion. Lumbar support eases lower back pain while the orthopedic design relieves tension and helps keep the lower back in proper alignment. Features attractive removable and washable Burgundy Cover with convenient straps that help hold the cushion in place

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 16 x 16 x 4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0001X22WU
• UPC: 041298999034
• Item model number: 8013RBS-14
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (195 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,531 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)
  • #26 in Health & Personal Care > Manager's Special

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

217 of 221 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Okay for some seats, but not all, May 20, 2009

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tig23 - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Duro-Med Relax-a-Bac with Insert and Strap (Health and Beauty)

I bought the Duro-Med Relax-a-Bac for my husband to use in his pickup truck. He travels on business and drives hundreds of miles each week which causes lower back strain. We found this product works well if used with a office chair or computer chair, but is too bulky and cumbersome when used in the pickup. Here's the problem. The Duro-Med is designed with small "wings" on the sides. The seats in the pickup truck also have this design, so that when you put the two together it makes the cushion stick out in an uncomfortable way. Also because the truck seats stick out on the sides, the cushion doesn't mold well into the back of the seat. So he uses the cushion at his computer desk, but not in the car where he really needs it.

Before buying this product, you should think about the design of the seat where you'll use it. If the seat is molded with side wings, then I would find a cushion that is flat on the sides. If the seat has a flat back and sides, then this cushion would probably work pretty well. I gave it three stars, because there is nothing wrong with the product, but it's only suited to certain seat backs.

65 of 65 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Low cost, high quality product, January 15, 2007

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Chris Smo "Smo Diggity" (Chattanooga, TN, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Duro-Med Relax-A-Bac Lumbar Cushion with Composite Board Insert and Strap, Burgundy (Health and Beauty)

I recently purchased this lumbar support cushion as a gift for my father this past Christmas. I am a physical therapist, and have over 5 years of experience dealing primarily with the mechanics and mechanisms of low back pain and disc dysfunction. I have tried out many cushions over the years, and from my experience, this product is as good as any higher-priced product of the same intent. The composite board insert allows for a consistent shape to be maintained, so the cushion does not yield as easily to body weight over years of consistent use, and the burgundy cover is removable and washable. It is also an excellent size for the average-sized person (my dad is approximately 5'9", ~170 lbs.). It provides good side-bolster support as well for an added feeling of comfort around the outiside of the lower back. I highly recommend this cushion when placed in comparison of other similar products. Most of the other products out there that are in contention with this one are composed of unnecessary additives, like a massager, ribbing on the contours of the cushion, etc. I've found that simply maintaining good posture (not only in sitting, but all activity) allows for so much more freedom from pain and simple ease back into daily life. Again, I highly recommend this product to anyone out there searching for an answer to help alleviate low back pain; however, I must caution that commercial products are NOT a cure-all to one's problems. It's always possible to alleviate the pain and symptoms, but other steps are necessary in terms of FIXING the problem. I highly recommend seeking out professional care from a physical therapist, as it is more than likely necessary that one would need (at least) proper education and intevention to help one to get better.

38 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Commuting is MUCH more comfortable!, April 24, 2009

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ErinLynn "Red" (Columbus, OH) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Duro-Med Relax-a-Bac with Insert and Strap, Gray (Health and Beauty)

I drive over 180 miles a day! After about 2 weeks of this my back was killing me! I'm 33 and I felt like I had the back of an 80 year old. I decided I needed some kind of back support for my SUV. I read reviews and checked out all the types of support pillows for what I needed. I choose this one for the good price and good reviews. This has been my lifesaver!! All the driving I do, I think without this back support, I'd be in a dr's office once a week! I LOVE IT! I highly reccommend it for any car, it fits perfect even in my Explorer. I could tell the difference after just one commuting day! My best Amazon buy ever!

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