Posture Correctors

ShiWarrior · 2 Jan 2020 at 22:18

Hi all

I am curious, has anyone actually used these Posture Corrector in the past ?
How did you find them ?

I've been tempted by the idea of one, but the physio never mentioned to get one

personally I believe if the Physios that i have seen have never prescribed me one, or told me to get one.
then is it a bad idea to get one ?
surely overtime your body will get used to using these and muscles start to fail so to speak ?

NOTE, NOT A MEDICAL THREAD, just curious to see how people get on with them, nothing more

Delvis · 2 Jan 2020 at 23:19

Pointless

At most, they'll show you how screwed up your posture is, it can't fix it.

Been using computers all your life? Yes, a magical posture corrector will resolve all your problems in ten mins and undo 30 years of hunchback of Notre Dame

Figure out what is wrong with your posture (not aimed at op specifically) and fix the underlying cause

TonTom · 2 Jan 2020 at 23:42

When I mentioned them to my doctor a couple of years ago She said they’re a waste of time.

OpenToSuggestions · 2 Jan 2020 at 23:43

I bought one. I can't get it on as I am too big. Waste of £15.

Sankari · 2 Jan 2020 at 23:51

It's posture correctness gone mad!

jakedude182 · 3 Jan 2020 at 01:25

I bought one last year and wear it now and again when i'm walking for a while and have a rucksack or bag on my back. Trip to london kinda thing.
The first few notes on the amazon page:

[REGAIN NATURAL HEIGHT & MOBILITY] Your New Posture Will Make You Feel 15 Years Younger! - imo having a bad back solved might do this, but to put a year number on it wtf
[FULLY ADJUSTABLE DESIGN] The Brace Will Perfectly Adjust To Your Body And Its Needs! - well they adjust as you wrap the straps around your shoulders. So if your back needs adjusting, the wording makes it sound inviting. This doesn't just, happen..

I've found when I do wear it that I need to put in a conscious effort to not slouch. Slouching is easy to do, and thinking about having a string holding up your head is a trick to help keep good posture. When wearing it I remember more to hold my head and shoulders up than without.

I went to a chiropractor last year and they didn't say it was a bad thing, but didn't reccomend them either. In fact, I don't think the guy actually cared but he was pleased I was trying to help things

Feek · 3 Jan 2020 at 07:42

ShiWarrior said:
I am curious, has anyone actually used these Posture Corrector in the past ?

Have you been getting the adverts for them on Youtube? The one where the attractive slouching woman puts one on and all of a sudden she has quite a prominent cleavage? It's probably the only advert where I've not hit the 'skip' button

Nitefly · 3 Jan 2020 at 08:12

Sort of related but for sitting I can definitely recommend this, which was recommended by my physio after I had back surgery. It’s a back / lumbar support. Honestly it’s incredible, I’ve been singing about it from every street corner. Perfect!! Only £20ish too.

Make sure you get the ‘D shaped’ one. Has to be that one.

https://putnams.co.uk/collections/lumbar-supports/products/lumbar-supports?variant=1073189889

Martynt74 · 3 Jan 2020 at 08:36

I've tried 3 of them now.

The first was one of the strappy type things you see quite a lot. I wasn't a fan, it was uncomfortable to wear for long periods and was a bit fiddly.

Second one i bought was a t-shirt by "Pelham and Strutt" https://www.pelhamandstrutt.com/compression-t-shirts-for-men.html

That was much better, as a posted mentioned about, it's a gentle reminder to sit/stand straighter. I found it particularly useful for nights out when i'd be stood for long periods of time and have a habit of hunching over and getting backache.

Sadly i left that in a hotel room around 6 months ago, tried a cheaper version off Amazon for around £15 and whilst it seems to work moderately well, it rides up over my belly as i walk around and ends up resembling more of a crop top!

Will definitely buy one of the Pelham and Strutt ones again. I found my posture was better when not using it and just wearing it at certain times/activites, so it's certainly useful as a tool to get you into the habit of standing better.

ShiWarrior · 3 Jan 2020 at 08:54

Feek said:
Have you been getting the adverts for them on Youtube? The one where the attractive slouching woman puts one on and all of a sudden she has quite a prominent cleavage? It's probably the only advert where I've not hit the 'skip' button

Skip never works for me lol

Actually I've been toying with the idea for a long time, but lately I've been thinking about trying to think of ways to correct me, as its starting to get on my brain more

wolfie138 · 3 Jan 2020 at 09:05

Evangelion said:
It's posture correctness gone mad!

you got that straight.

Diddums · 3 Jan 2020 at 09:14

I think you should just get rid of your spine tbh, it's holding you back.

b00merang69 · 3 Jan 2020 at 09:32

Destination · 3 Jan 2020 at 17:40

Might actually weaken the musculature over time, by your body straining against it, strengthening the opposite muscle set from the one which is actually weak.
Couldn't say for sure, if the device was solid with no moveable elements, like an orthotic insert for a shoe, then it might have some use, but bands to pull you back into shape, isn't actually working the muscles that should be doing that task, so i can't see how long term it is productive or useful.

cheesyboy · 3 Jan 2020 at 20:16

Evangelion said:
It's posture correctness gone mad!

Yeah, alright, I laughed

jpaul · 3 Jan 2020 at 21:06

if you are a desk jockey , get a kneeling chair ... these improve your core stability / anatagonist stomach muscles - worked for me following ruptured disc.

ShiWarrior · 3 Jan 2020 at 21:16

jpaul said:
if you are a desk jockey , get a kneeling chair ... these improve your core stability / anatagonist stomach muscles - worked for me following ruptured disc.

not at work, im on my feet 9 hours a day (well 7.5 hours), I do at home though
few years ago i bought one of those Steal Leap v.2 chairs so i don't want to change that

jpaul · 3 Jan 2020 at 21:23

yes, it may not be beneficial if you are not sitting down much ... but a kneeling chair is very different( both orthopaedic and fun) to a Herman Miller aeron, I binned.

Nasher · 3 Jan 2020 at 21:27

I had one which did actually make a difference after a while. Don't rely on them to hold you in position, they won't. They are supposed to encourage you to sit properly.

ShiWarrior · 3 Jan 2020 at 21:33

Nasher said:
I had one which did actually make a difference after a while. Don't rely on them to hold you in position, they won't. They are supposed to encourage you to sit properly.

thats what i need really
Encouragement, standing and sitting lol