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★★★★★
Worked great for pinched nerves in neck and shoulder
When I bought this, I was hoping for any little bit of relief from the constant pain, and this little pillow has been more helpful than physical therapy. I blow it up just until there is a slight stretch, then when I don't feel the stretch anymore I add a little bit of air. I do that a couple of times. And then I let the air out a little bit at a time.
I don't feel any immediate relief. But shortly afterwards, the pinching is definitely less. When it comes back, I use the pillow again. This way, as soon as the nerve is getting pinched, I'm relieving it. Using it six times a day for ten minutes is providing more consistent progress than three times a day for twenty minutes.
I still need PT for stretching and strengthening, but this pillow is great! I'm always reluctant to buy something when most of the reviewers have received the item at a discount or for free. This is a well-built product. It has basic operational instructions. It doesn't include medical advice, but that's kind of understandable. You only need a light stretch so don't overdo it. Never fill it all the way!! I paid full price and it was worth every penny.
July 2016 · Health and Household · verified purchase