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Earlier I wrote a glowing review of this product. I sincerely loved it. However, the product has changed and is no longer a product I like. Depending on how the company responds (I wrote to them directly), I will return one of two new airbags / pillows that I bought as it is NOT ACCEPTABLE.
My earlier review is below the ***** line. The updated one follows immediately; it is from the comments I gave directly to the company.
I recently bought two Original McKenzie self-inflating airbags. I did this as my wife regretfully left one in a public place and it was lost. I liked the first one I had so much that I wrote a glowing review on your website and also posted it to Amazon. To replace the lost one, I ordered two, to assure I'd have one in reserve in case another was lost. I like the earlier one that much.
However, I am GREATLY DISAPPOINTED by the new ones.
When I got them from Amazon, they were bulging, fully inflated. I thought that was odd but dismissed it. Then, I opened one and used it. When I was done, I did as I so often did with the first one I owned, rolling it up to fully deflate it, closing the valve, unrolling and flattening it, and putting it aside.
When I returned a few hours later, I found it fully inflated again. I checked the valve. It was securely closed, yet it "leaked" to a full and bulging position.
This is not good as I travel with it in a folder slot of my briefcase and now I believe it will inflate in my bag and make my bag appear stuffed. The earlier model _definitely_ did not do this. It would remain thin and flat for days.
In addition, I fear that on airliners, which I often use, the airbag will inflate past where I want it when the airplane ascends and the cabin pressure rises. I valued the earlier version as it was a small, thinner back pillow. This worked well for my back and I don't need or want it to be so thickly inflated.
Lastly, this airbag is finished differently. It feels more "plasticy" than the earlier model. I think it will cause sweating. Perhaps this is related to why it inflates all on its own.
THIS IS NOT ACCEPTABLE!
Depending on how you reply, I may seek to return (to Amazon) the one I never removed from it's plastic bag container. If I must do this, I will update my earlier review to state the new version of this once-valued airbag is no longer the quality of the earlier model.
I AM NOT SATISFIED WITH THIS PRODUCT. I want the earlier version but suspect you no longer offer it. If you have any of those left, I would buy them but I am not happy with this newer model.
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After a serious back injury some years ago, I have tried many back pillows, to give lumbar support in the majority of chairs that have lousy (even awful, or no) lumbar support. Some pillows have been good, specifically the sort you use at home that retain their shape. I also like the mesh ones you can buy inexpensively. However, these don't transport well -- either on airplanes or to your local restaurant. So, I've also tried several air-inflating pillows. Most sprung a leak and became useless, though I have one I like that I've only had to replace once.
However, the best yet, especially for travel, is the Original McKenzie® Self-Inflating AirBack™ Lumbar Support. This is the best I've found for a few reasons -- (1) It is small and discreet, when you may not want to advertise your back weakness; (2) It lasts well. I only had to replace it when my wife left mine somewhere after borrowing it and someone else evidently decided they liked it, too; (3) It is fairly thin. I do not need a thick pillow and the air-inflated ones I've used I only filled partially; (4) It rolls up small when evacuating the air though I usually then flatten it out and carry it in a briefcase; and, (5) You do not have to blow into it, which is part of it being discreet. Oh, one more thing: It doesn't make noise when evacuating the air out of it.
No wonder, then, that I bought two when I had to replace the one my wife lost. I got mine from Amazon, for $18.95, which is a little bit less than from OPTP.com direct.
It's a great product and I heartily recommend it.
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The Original McKenzie Self-Inflating AirBack Lumbar Support by OPTP
For 35+ years, The Original McKenzie Lumbar Roll supports have helped hundreds of thousands achieve freedom from common low back pain.
McKenzie back supports are ideal for any seat that does not provide adequate low back support, helping ensure proper spine alignment and sitting posture while assisting with lumbar area pain relief. The lumbar support can be adjusted by opening the valve to inflate, and users can gently blow into the valve for additional firmness as desired.
Perfect Travel Partner
A great substitute for the support of a McKenzie roll when traveling or on the go.
Convenient and Discreet
Save time, effort and space with this self-inflating lumbar pillow. Easily wash cover surface with a wet cloth and soap, rinse, and dry completely.
Easy to Operate
Twist the valve to inflate to the desired level in a matter of seconds. To deflate, re-open the valve, roll the AirBack tightly and close the valve.
Simple, Portable Usage
Comfort on the go for car, truck and tractor seats, airplane seats, theater and concert seats, or sports stadium seats and bleachers.
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