Pressure Biofeedback Device for Home Use - For Core Strength Training & Lower Back Support System with Lumbar Air Pillow, Waist Belt, & Carrying Bag

Diligent use of this device will definitely help with lower back pain.

REVISED - Outside of the disappointment on the app the device works as it should, so I increased to 4 stars - Lost one for the lack of app I expected.I was setting it up for my PT session and could not download the app.I looked for customer service on the core coach website and could not find one.

At my age of 75, I've had chronic lower back pain for years. I've had many PT sessions, X-rays and MRIs. At a recent PT session, the therapist brought in one of these (not this brand, but another) to monitor the effectiveness of my lower back placement when doing the exercises. I loved the instant and visual feedback it provided. I went on line and purchased this model rather than the other model at about $5 more, mainly due to the large and easy to read markings on the dial. Easy to see when not wearing my glasses -- which is most times's I'm doing my home exercises. It worked fantastic! I wish I had this device years ago. This morning I worked harder, and obviously more accurately, when I used this device. I could immediately see when my core muscles would start to "fade" and I could make instant corrections. Correct placement of the bladder is critical. Place it directly under your belly button (when lying on your back) or the small of your back. Pump up the bulb until you get the needle to the lower blue mark and then do your workouts. Try to hold the needle at the upper blue mark. I found myself working harder with this device than ever before. It is great. One caveat -- the bladder slowly leaks but a few squeezes of the bulb brings the needle back up to where it should be. No big issue. I love it!

I had been debating between this product and a couple other similar options but their stellar customer service won me over. I reached out with a few questions prior to purchase and the founder/CEO personally responded to them all without delay. Once the CoreCoach arrived, I was even more impressed. It appears to be well made and durable. Longevity was one of my concerns so I appreciate the longer warranty with CoreCoach versus the others. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, making it a breeze to start using right away. Best part is after a few weeks of use, I can really tell the difference. I am now more connected to my deep core muscles supporting my spine, resulting in me feeling taller and stronger overall. I am taking my time with the exercises so I haven't made it to the more advanced moves but a little awareness is proving to go a long way!I am also stoked that it came with the NeckCoach. I have yet to try it but will soon and will update accordingly.Highly recommended for anyone who wants to build awareness and strength of their deep core muscles -- resulting in a more supported spine and less pain overall!

This product has an air bladder that must hold a certain amount of air for at least a few minutes in order for you to perform the exercises this product is supposed to help you measure. It doesn't. I've checked and rechecked the assembly and the bladder itself. None of the parts are defective - they just don't work well. The knob that stops the reverse airflow is weak and the hose fittings aren't designed to resist the flow of air. The bladder starts losing air as soon as you stop pumping it in. I'm really disappointed with this product.

THis little gadget makes sure I'm doing my back and stomach exercises properly by telling me how engaged my muscles are I was doing the exercises before but not getting the benefit I should have out of them as I wasn't properly using my core muscles. This is a fabulous tool for my 77 year old body and I think I shall very much benefit from it.

I’ve been using this for rebuilding my core (hate to say it) along with therapy for a bad back.I cannot emphasize enough how important it is to learn to use this device with a physical therapist if you have or has a back injury. I also don’t recommend all the excercises they suggest, like pulling your stomach corset muscles towards the floor for someone with a herniated back. So my point is that if you have a bad back, find a way to learn to use this device properly either through YouTube or best by finding an experienced PT, because it will definitely help engage the right muscles. Also it’s nice to have the belt attachment compared to a similar device available on Amazon but used by most therapists.The app is nice, but I chose to go with BackDoctor for level 1 to 2, but then decided easier to concentrate on my core without any app.

This thing definitely acts like a trainer! You know with 100% certainty whether or not you are engaging your psoas muscle or NOT.BRAVO