This stretches the lower back forward, applying traction to the vertebrae in the spine. Several hospital trials using the device have shown an improvement in back pain relief. One study in Israel demonstrated that patients treated with Backlife reported a 70 per cent improvement in pain relief compared to eight per cent for patients receiving a dummy treatment.
North London osteopath Dr Eyal Lederman says the device is highly effective. ‘It does the work of an osteopath or physiotherapist in a very accurate way.
‘Damaged backs need exercising, but there is a danger that too much or overstrenuous exercise could cause damage. Laying down and using the Backlife for 12 minutes a couple of times a day will help bring relief and promote healing.
‘The gentle rocking motion repeatedly contracts and releases the lower back if it is stiff or locked. ‘A session lasts 12 minutes and you will get about a dozen movements of the back in that time. It uses the scientific knowledge we have that back pain and injury responds best to exercise.
