chiasson Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 Was wondering if anyone has one of these and if so how you like it? I have some minor lower back issues and bought one today. $100 but worth it if I can carry a decent amount of weight on my back, if need be, w/o pain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JayVee Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 There has been quite a bit of research into these in recent years and the general consensus is that these are ineffective and a waste of money. I'd return it if I were you. From a workplace perspective my guess is that employers are trying to avoid law suits. Here's a couple of links: http://www.alliancetac.com/index.html?PAGE_ID=122 http://archives.cnn.com/2000/HEALTH/12/05/back.belts/ Neil Was wondering if anyone has one of these and if so how you like it? I have some minor lower back issues and bought one today. $100 but worth it if I can carry a decent amount of weight on my back, if need be, w/o pain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiasson Posted August 14, 2009 Author Share Posted August 14, 2009 Thanks for that. I think I may return it actually, it doesn't seem to fit right, it limits movement a little too much for my liking. However, I think that this type of belt could help people with existing problems like myself, with a proper fit that is. Are they effective for preventing injury, who knows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reevesr1 Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 I used to wear one made for saltwater called a Wade Aid as I used to have pretty serious back pain, and wading the flats made it worse. To tell the truth, I was never convinced it did anything, but I figured it couldn't hurt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Castuserraticus Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 I had occasional back pain until a few years ago. I signed up for a yoga class at the U of C to increase my flexibility. The instructor was a back specialist it turned out and she put the class through some regular stretches. Even thought I don't do the exercises regularly I have not had pain since. I think it helped that I was the only guy in a class of lovely young women. All that head turning I guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beeker Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 Chaisson, If it is the wading belt with the large panel on the back, yes I have one. Been using it for years. I had disc surgery about 10 years ago that fixed most of my issues, but I still can not stand around for any length of time without getting numbness in my legs. With the belt I can hike and fish all day without any problems. I figure it's an essential piece of gear for me. $100 seems a little steep, I think I only payed about $30, but that was along time ago. Then again, all that R & D,space age materials, warranty, etc, etc. Sorry, already beat that topic to death. Beeker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
headscan Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 I used to wear one made for saltwater called a Wade Aid as I used to have pretty serious back pain, and wading the flats made it worse. To tell the truth, I was never convinced it did anything, but I figured it couldn't hurt. Was that before or after you got your scooter from the scooter store? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acurrie Posted August 14, 2009 Share Posted August 14, 2009 Core exercises..... Core Exercises..... Core exercises...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiasson Posted August 16, 2009 Author Share Posted August 16, 2009 I believe it. After a few sessions with a physio I'm convinced my issues are resulting from poor core strength. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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