HoMedicsAir Compression Back Stretching Mat BM-AC105

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I had a wonderful opportunity to sample this HoMedics Air Compression Back Stretching Mat! When I opened the box, I saw that the mat folded very nicely, and has a convenient handle to carry. The material that the mat is made up of is very soft, and feels silky smooth. HoMedics also includes a puffy, soft pillow that velcroed to the very top of the mat. It's made with impressive quality. I opened the mat on the floor (on top of my throw rug), and placed the pillow on the top of the mat, and proceeded to lie down. I attached the power cord from the mat to the power cord that plugs in the wall (it's a long plug too, thank goodness) and pressed the power button on the remote control (it's attached to the mat). I first tried the "Stretch" button on the remote, and the air inflated and gave my back a wonderful stretch. The mat has an airbag that fills up on my lower back, and it remains in position for about 30 seconds, then deflates. Each stretch lasts about 30 seconds before it deflates. I couldn't believe that it actually cracked my back!! The second button I tried was "Energize", and this one was my favorite. It completely stretches out areas of the upper back, middle and lower. The next was the "Flow" button, and that gave me air stretches all up and down my back. The last one was "Twist", which was unbelieveable. It actually moved my torso into a torso twist, all with the airbag. I tried the low, medium and high intensity with each program button, and my favorite was medium and high. Lastly, there's a "Suspend Button" that can pause one of the programs so I could take a break (the airbags deflate). When I was done, I couldn't believe how easy it was to unplug, fold the mat and put it away. The pillow has a velcro strip on the outside of the mat, and the remote control has a pouch located on the side of the mat. I slipped the folded mat into the clear bag it came packaged with, and conveniently put it away in my closet. The mat is so thin, that it didn't take up hardly any space in my closet. I was able to place it against the wall. I'm extremely happy with my mat, and use it almost every day for about 10 minutes. It's already improved my circulation in my lower back, and I definitely feel an improvement in my mid-torso. This mat is a must have for anyone who needs back relief with stretching!!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I had no idea what to expect from this product...all I knew was that my back often tightens up throughout the day, and I spend most evenings lying prone, trying to loosen it up. When I read the the title of the product, HoMedics Air Compression Back Stretching Mat, I was certainly intrigued, but very skeptical. But I took a chance, and I am ecstatic to say, I'm a skeptic no more!! Great job HoMedics, you really knocked it out of the park with this one! I didn't think air compression would really do much, but how wrong I was...this mat puts on quite a workout! There are four settings, and Flow is my favorite. You simply choose a setting, and the intensity, and lie back and let it do its thing. Sections of the mat inflate or deflate, stretching the back. It is amazing. And powerful! And specific. This isn't like lying on an air mattress as it inflates...it targets certain areas, inflates specifically, then moves on to other portions of the back. It really is quite remarkable that pockets of air can do such heavy work (I am not small!) The hardest part to using this is stopping...I find myself wanting to stay aboard all night! Fortunately it folds up and can be slipped inconspicuously almost anywhere (mine lives between the wall and the back of the couch. Its simple to use, massively comfortable, and well made. I have no idea how long the product will last, but it is a joy to use, and worth it weight in gold to me! Great job HoMedics...definitely, highly recommend!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this Air Compression Back Stretching Mat works amazing for my back .This mat inflates in different areas to really get a deep stretch going throughout your back. I love that it has remote control to change different style of stretching. I'm using it almost everyday and I love it. Very relaxing and comfortable to use. Especially when you have back pain, after work or work outs.Feels like I just went to chiropractor office or better. Very easy to use and to store. Great quality. Highly recommend this to anyone.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am so excited to have found this amazing Air Compression Back Stretching Mat by Homedics! I Suffer from back and neck issues , a result of a car accident many years ago. I saw that this mat offers 4 options of different stretches and 3 levels of intensity and thought it might alleviate some of the pain.I really didn't expect too much from a mat like this, but I was desperate and willing to try anything. I am happy to report , this little mat is a life-saver! I, actually, almost fell asleep while using it! I started out on the highest intensity, thinking I would need to set it on that to feel any difference . I was wrong. I had to adjust it to the medium setting because I was not ready for such a deep stretch. I can't say enough about this mat! I highly recommend it and have already told several people about it , it is THAT amazing!! I am so grateful to Homedics for making this wonderful product! I'm looking forward to using it daily and living a more pain-free life!

Bought one 3 months ago, enjoyed the stretching so much, bought another one as a gift. I have several lower back injuries, as well as an injury to one of my SI joints. So, by the end of a day, I usually have aches. This back and shoulder stretcher does an incredible job. I personally don't use the 2nd and 3rd programs at highest strength, since they are too intense for me at that level. If I had one suggestion for improvement on this otherwise excellent product, it would be that it would not deflate when one hits the pause button. This would allow one to extend the duration of a stretch past what is programmed.

I've only used my mat a few times and at first I thought it was just a nothing bc I didn't really feel much so I put it full power. big mistake. started over & experimenting on the different stretches on LOW for now. But I love it & worth the investment!

I tried my niece's mat on a girls retreat to Blue Ridge, Georgia. In fact, all 7 of us tried the mat. It felt so marvelous, I ordered one for myself and I love it! I suffer from tightness and soreness in my back and this mat is perfect for stretching my back. I am so happy my niece brought hers along on our Georgia trip.

I bought this mat about a month ago, very pleased with the purchase!! This is a gentle stretch for your entire back! Prior to using the mat I had chronic back pain and extreme stiffness in the morning daily. I used for a week straight on the medium setting and my pain and stiffness has subsided tremendously almost non existent! I am now using the mat every other day to keep my back stretched out. This is a gentle smooth stretch for the entire back with three intensity settings, I would recommend this for anyone with stiffness or back discomfort! Well worth the investment!

Every other day 1hr session melts away tension knots & even LIFTS my shoulder blades creating a deep massage. A MUST HAVE. I HAVE NOT DONE A POSITIVE REVIEW. I am not sponsored.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love my Air compression Back Stretcher I used it for three days .Yes the fourth day I was a little sore But that's because I like starting off from the intensity button, the next day I went to work I did my back stretcher before work.I felt so Great! It feels exactly like a sports massage from a spa or a chiropractor. SO I START EACH MORNING with using my back stretcher.It hits depending on which program your working with my sciatica in my lower back.My neck, Shoulders, middle back. You just lye there and it feels like or Better then getting a treatment from a chiropractor or a massage at a spa. This back stretcher, is a great product. You can start with any program you wish. Which are .Twist, Flow, Energize,stretch.After you set that you can set the intensity to higher and higher...If you have back problems this is something you will want to buy.It's just like going to a spa or chiropractor except.you can use in the privacy of your home.