Customer Reviews

Obus Forme Ergonomic Orthopedic Low Back Backrest, Black

5 star:		(16)
4 star:		(9)
3 star:		(4)
2 star:		(4)
1 star:		(2)

 

 

the only product i've found thats better is the air filled obus forme that uses a pump.

they work:
i've used them for over ten years. I've traveled over a million miles carrying one.

i've not had trouble with the product staying in place even though it uses only one strap and they do make a light noises sometimes but they never bother me.

i colleague told me about them. i've told hundreds of people. my neighbor tried multiple products and borrowed mine to use in his car. he wouldn't give it back.

what i don't like about this model:
this model uses velcro to attach a foam pillow to the shell. that allows you to adjust the lumbar exactly where you need it even if the pad slips down between the back and seat of a chair. But the pillow gets smashed over time and is no longer useful, sometimes the pillow falls off, and over time the velcro on the pillow rubs the material on the shell until it will no longer adhere (just rotate the cover so the back is in front and there will be a fresh side to wear out). I lasts about two years.

I now purchase the version with a built in pump. It lasted me five years of heavy travel until i finally destroyed it. negatives of this model are that it costs a little more and doesn't have adjustment on position of the lumbar. If you need lumbar adjustment, get this one.

I recently purchased the Obus Forme Lowback Backrest, along with the Seat Cushion. Although I have heard people rave about the excellent support, and they felt comfortable enough to me, I can't give them more than 2 stars. The material used in their construction drove me to distraction. This is obviously a personal preference type of thing. Other folks may have no issues with the material at all. These are just my feelings on the matter:

I found the texture of the fabric to be a little rough and it didn't allow easy movement when sitting on/leaning against it, which would drive me crazy after just a few hours at work. Also, when making any movements, the compression of the foam, and the friction between it and the fabric covering, made really annoying noises. It reminded me somewhat of snow compressing down when walking on it. The Backrest was even worse than the Seat Cushion because it had a thin plastic wrapping (looked sort of like shrink wrap or Saran wrap) around the foam inside, which made loud crinkling noises every time I even twitched. It was awful! However good the science behind the backrest and cushion is, the sound effects and unpleasant texture were distracting enough, to me at least, to return both items.

I got this to help transform a set of uncomfortable truck seats into something I could use on long trips. Unfortunately it doesn't do it for me. I think that together with the seat pad this costs about $120 or more. Upon inspection I'd be surprised if anyone paid half that if they bought it in a store after checking it out.

In my case it was too narrow, the frame edges are felt and padding is pretty minimal. It must work for those with strange back ailments, but for me it didn't. It also lacked a good system for attaching it to a seatback, so you'd have to reposition it every time you use it.

A tiny person might get some use out of it but I can't imagine what's in it that costs so much to produce. It's a frame, foam and a cheap thin cover that looks like it'd wear through with time.

Thankfully Amazon accepts returns on these items. It seems to work for many, but it felt like I was sitting with an ironing board behind me. Literally.

Excellent product. Gives just the support I need for my lower back. Bought one for work and one for home and am happy that I did. Highly recommended.

I am very happy with this item. It works well and as promised. It is pretty portable and I havent had issue with lumbar piece falling off. Regarding noise, it really is minimal. Wouldnt know why it would bother anyone. I wish it was a bit wider, but I am a bigger than normal guy. (6'3, 235). They do make an extra wide version which I would recommend for anyone bigger than me. Very good product though.

Back rest does not stay on seat when you lean back against it. Slides off back of seat and you have to keep readjusting it.

The Obus Forme Ergonomic Low Backrest didn't provide much support in my lower back. The small pad for the lower back couldn't be placed comfortably to provide lower back support without irriting other areas of my back. It's size is very cumbersome. It takes up too much space on any chair it's placed. At its cost, I expected more.

I have had this backrest now for over a year. I sit in a chair most of my day at work and unfortunately do not have the greatest posture. Immediately, I loved the Obus Forme. As time went on, I still had issues with my posture and it did not relieve me of all my previous backpain from sitting so much. I would recommend this cushion if the alternatives are far more expensive. I could not do without it anymore as it is definitely better than just my regular office chair. But, I believe their are better options out there even maybe in the form of a more ergonomic chair. Unfortunately, those run in the hundreds to thousands.

Overall, I would recommend this as the more economical alternative to an affordable backrest.

I am very happy to have found this item. I suffer from a herniated disc in my lower back, and this has made it possible for me to sit much more comfortably in both my car and in front of my computer! Highly recommended!

I herniated a disc in my lower back a few months ago and driving was no fun (nor was anything) until I got this seat pad. It made all the difference in the world for me. It is both comfortable and provides great support. One of the best products I ever purchased. The only bad thing is that it is made in China.