Customers are delighted by the ThermBack LED 4-in-1 back wrap's overall performance and ease of use, finding it surprisingly light. Many are pleased with the excellent battery life. However, some customers have noted the device makes some noise when in use, and others feel that one of the heat settings can get too hot.
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Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Therabody ThermaBack LED 4-in-1 Back Wrap Review
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As an occupational therapy assistant, my body endures a lot of strain. Constant bending and assisting with patient transfers can take a toll on my back. That's why I was thrilled to discover the Therabody ThermaBack LED 4-in-1 Back Wrap, and it has quickly become an essential part of my self-care routine.
This wrap offers a comprehensive approach to back pain relief, combining heat, far infrared, vibration, and LED light therapies. The vibration is incredibly soothing, helping to release muscle tension and promote relaxation. The heat therapy provides deep, penetrating warmth that eases stiffness and soreness. And the far infrared and LED light therapies work together to promote circulation and reduce inflammation.
What truly sets this product apart is its portability. I can easily bring it with me to work, allowing me to address any discomfort throughout the day. The ThermaBack is easy to use and provides noticeable relief. Honestly, I can’t think of a single con!
I wholeheartedly recommend the Therabody ThermaBack to anyone experiencing back pain or muscle tension. It's perfect for individuals in physically demanding professions, athletes, or anyone seeking a convenient and effective way to manage discomfort. It’s a fantastic tool for family use as well. I would absolutely purchase this product again; it’s an investment in my well-being that has paid off immensely.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Ease of use
Cons mentioned:
Heat settings
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
4.5 Stars
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At 60 and with a physically demanding job, I really needed the ThermBack LED in my life.
I suffer from lower back pain and sciatic pain. It is often debilitating. I have used a combination of physical therapy, medication, TENS, ice snd heat.
Traditional heating pads can be cumbersome and are hard to target the right spot with. With the ThermBack, I can securely wear the device. No cords means that I am free to walk around my house, yard or wherever else I'd like.
The unit holds a charge for quite a while. A big plus is that you can use it while it is charging.
Out of the box, I noticed that it had an odor from the neoprene but it quickly disappeared. There is an app that you can link to with a QR code that is visible right when you open the product. If you miss that one, there is one on the device itself. The app asks a variety of questions to help customize the device to your needs. It sends to be applicable to all Thera products though.
There is a protective bag for the device with a power cord velcroed inside the storage bag. There is also a limited instruction pamphlet and some info cards. There are pads to cover the velcro pieces on the device so they don't get debris on them.
The app shows you how to put the device on, how to use it, and it has presets routines that you can operate using a Bluetooth connection. The device is US FDA Registered.
There are three heat settings. It heats up quite fast. The first setting is plenty warm. The second is almost too hot. I haven't tried the third.
The vibration settings are strong and are increasingly powerful as you up.
The LED lights provide near and far infrared therapy. The app says to use the light under the clothes but the box does not address this. I did my own research on the benefits of the light therapy as there isn't much information with the device. It doesn't appear that the light therapy is a quick fix but rather a longer term treatment. I have only had it a few days so I haven't noticed a difference yet. One issue I have is that the lights are only situated down the spinal column. That doesn't help much with sciatic pain.
Overall, I really like this device.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
App integration, Battery life, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Wearable Relief
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The ThermBack LED is another great innovation from Therabody, offering four therapies in one wearable device. The ThermBack is more than just a portable heating pad, combing far infrared, LED, and vibration therapies together with customizable treatment types.
In the box is the ThermBack device, a carrying case, and a USB C cable; no power adapter included. The ThermBack wrap is straightforward to put on with velcro straps and an elastic section for a comfortable fit. It can be worn over or under clothes, with either being fairly comfortable to wear. With it being cord free and worn rather than a pad you rest on while stationary, it enables you to be active doing another task while wearing the device for relief. Of course you can just as easily lay or use the device while seated, I found with my minor lower back pain it made the activity less painful, which is a huge plus. I wouldn’t have minded the pad be a little larger and covered more than just the lower back, but that would have negatively affected two great aspects of the ThermBack its portability and battery life. I have used it for a 20 minute session every day for a week without needing to charge it, which is great but it can also be used while plugged in for continuous use. The heating element in the ThermBack is toasty, I never found myself wanting more than the low heat setting but medium and high are available as well as turning it off completely. The LED far and near infrared therapies are combined into a single function, though only concentrated to the center of the pad presumably to target the spine. The vibration therapy provides low, high, or the familiar wave massage pattern found on other Therabody devices. The ThermBack LED also pairs with the Therabody app for preset, customizable therapies for various recovery and pain relief routines.
Having used the ThermBack for a week now, I’ve noticed a reduction in my lower back pain which is promising. It provides relief quicker and longer, compared to using a heating pad alone all while being portable and wearable, making it easy to recommend.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
App integration, Ease of use
Cons mentioned:
Heat settings, Noise level
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great Back Therapy, But Noisy
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This is my review of the Therabody Thermback Back Wrap upon which I rate at 4 put of 5 stars.
The ThermBack comes nicely packaged. It has a very good out-of-the-box setup and understanding. The instructions are fairly simple and you can be enjoying a back therapy routine within just a few minutes of opening the box.
While you can use the device without the app, I recommend the app for easy selection and launch of pre-set routines. The app setup and pairing is simple.
The device uses different combinations of heat, vibration, and LED light therapies, depending on your intended outcome (I.e., pain relief, cooldown after workout, easing stiffness, etc.). It’s nice that there are already six 15-minute routines pre-set in the app so you can simply press the start button and enjoy a session.
You also have the option to choose your own combination by using the buttons on the controller attached to the belt. Three buttons (heat, vibration, and infrared LED) each have three levels of intensity. You simply press each button to the level you want.
The device comes with a charger so you can use it wirelessly, or you can use it while plugged in (though you need your own USB-C power adapter).
You can enjoy a routine while sitting or standing/moving around. The feeling does differ, so you might want to experiment with the best option.
The device can be worn with clothing, or against bare skin. If you wear it with clothing, you should indicate that with the toggle button on the app when you choose your routine.
Personally, I found the Heat choices too high for my taste. I could not tolerate the High setting. And I could only tolerate the Medium setting if I was wearing a shirt.
Similarly, I did not like the High level of the Vibration setting. But I did especially like the Wave option, which gave more of a massage type feel.
On a negative note, the device is louder than I had hoped. Even though it has a Travel routine (for use during a long flight/ride), I would not want to subject my fellow travelers to the constant buzzing sound.
My wife tried the device and pointed out that the manual controls are not designed for anyone with a large bust, as you cannot see the buttons when you look down.
In summary, I find benefit in some of the routines and will use it at home when I’m seeking relief. But I won’t travel with it. And I won’t use the High settings for Heat and Vibration, as they are not comfortable. I hope you enjoyed reading my review and it helped in your purchasing decision.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic Back Therapy Aid If Used Consistently
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The Therabody ThermBack LED has been a soothing lower back aid for my back stiffness. As someone who's a sedentary worker throughout the week, I occasionally suffer from lower back stiffness or soreness. I've also had lower back aches in the past whenever I've trained my back or when I've had the occasional physically demanding week at work. Over the course of using the ThermBack LED for the past week, I'm happy to report that this gadget can certainly provide some relief. After an 8-12 hour day of sitting in front of a computer, I use the "Decrease Soreness + Stiffness" and the "Deskbound Relief" pre-programmed routines on the Therabody app. It feels incredibly soothing on my back during the actual sessions. The first day that I went through the routine a couple of times, I noticed that while my lower back felt a lot of relief during the actual routines, late at night I still felt some of the stiffness. The magic with this device though, came from consistency. After doing a couple routines a day over the past week, I can certainly feel a difference. I also use the "Pre-Activity Warm-Up" and "Post Activity Recovery" right before and after my hikes or weight lifting sessions. By the end of this week my lower back has been feeling great!
As is usually the case with Therabody products, the build quality on the ThermBack LED is phenomenal. All the velcro pads, stitching, PU leather, inner lining, and straps are all top notch. The additional side straps provide great functional design. I find that the side straps help get that additional snug fit by pulling them inwards toward your core. The velcro material is super high quality and all the straps fasten onto each other very securely. Therabody also includes velcro covers for the main fastening points on the straps. This is very convenient when you have them in the travel case so that the straps don't get all tangled onto each other. Speaking of the included travel case, it is made of a very pliable neoprene material; similar to that of a wet suit. A 6'3" USB-C to USB-C cable is also included but there's no included power block. The built-in battery is said to last 3 hours and I can usually get around 8 or 9 sessions before I need to re-charge the battery. One thing I love is that even if your battery is running low, you can simply plug your ThermBack LED into the charger, while in use, and finish your session uninterruptedly. However, it doesn't appear that the device charges while it's plugged in and in use.
In my opinion, the Therabody app is a must download. While the ThermBack LED includes a fantastic physical control panel attached to the belt, the Therabody app allows you to choose pre-programmed routines that are customized to the lower back symptoms that you're experiencing. Each routine also includes an "Over Clothing" option which basically turns off the near infrared LED light since it can't penetrate fabrics. You can also customize the time, heat, vibration pattern, and LED on/off. You can of course choose to customize this directly on the control panel via the physical buttons. However, I like using the app as you can see how much time you have remaining in each session. The maximum time for each interval session is 20 minutes. I highly recommend using the ThermBack LED without a shirt as the heat feels more intense and soothing on your lower back. The near infrared LED light is also supposed to penetrate deep into your muscles and joints to help reduce inflammation. In environments where you don't have the luxury of your own privacy and need to leave your shirt on, the heat and vibration still feels very soothing on an aching back.
Overall, I think the ThermBack LED can be a great therapeutic tool for those suffering of lower back aches and stiffness. So far in the week I've been using the ThermBack LED, I haven't experienced any major cons. My only minor nitpicks is that I wish it also provided cold compressions (for acute back pain) and perhaps that the Therabody app allowed you to set the timer for longer than 20 minutes. Aside from this, with constant daily use, the ThermBack LED has provided me with some soothing deskbound and workout relief. I highly recommend trying it out if you suffer from lower back aches.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Soothe-sational + Wire-Free!
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It's a good device to add some heat to your back or even upper body. If you get it tight enough you can use it on your legs or arms.
The heat does get warm even through a typical cotton T-Shirt. If you are accustomed to an electric heating pad, it doesn’t get as hot as one of those, but still good enough.
I specifically got this for the ladies in my household who use the heating pad each month. The ThermBack gives the option to untether, so its a good option when the couch isn’t an option. The vibration affects are nice, the LED light therapy I can’t say as effective as I don’t know how to know. I’ve heard good things about it, so we shall see.
Battery LIfe is rated at 180 minutes (3 hours) but that is dependent on usage. The battery pack takes 5v-20v @3amp max. 20watt charging took around 2 hours to fully charge. A 40w minimum charger is needed to use the ThermBack in an unlimited use capacity. For our household use, the 180 minutes holds pretty true.
Powering On/Off is easy. Once on, it does however automatically start a default session. You can power the unit on to where only Bluetooth is operational so that if you connect via the App you can choose from a number of pre-programmed sessions varying from 10 minutes to 20 minutes in length. Without the app, heating and vibration functions are 20 minutes and LED light only is 10 minutes.
It is definitely getting its use in this household!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
beneficial part of my routine for my back muscles
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This product kind of came at a perfect time in my life. I'm 40 years old, I've been working in the same physically demanding job for almost 20 years and it is starting to take a toll on my body. I've suffered a back strain about 5 times in my career. The last 2 happening in the last 2/3 years. Which is kind of scary. So I've started to try and do more to prevent it from happening again. My routine now includes stretches, and moderate exercise and this Therabody Thermback. I've read a lot of good things about Infrared light therapy and the many benefits it provides. It is suppose to reduce inflammation by increasing blood flow to the area, and promote muscle recovery. So I'm really excited to have this be a part of my daily routine. On my off days, I use it at the beginning of my day to get my back warmed up and ready for my stretching and light exercise, and on my work days I use it at the end of the night before I got to bed to relax my back and start the healing process. The vibrations are just strong enough to give a relaxing massage. The heat output is very good. Too early for me to say whether or not the infrared light therapy has provided healing benefits but I will trust it and keep using it long term. For now I can say that it is has been very good for relaxing and massaging my back. Battery life has been excellent, I haven't had to recharge it after a week even though I've used it for about 10-20 minutes a day. The material is comfortable, and even though it is a bit bulky it doesn't really feel like it. I am able to lay down on my bed or beanbag while using this without problems. I'm about 6 ft tall, and wear a size 38 in pants and this thing fits a little snug. If you wear a pant size wider than that, you might need to check waist measurements. I think if you're a size 40, it will still fit but very snug. Anyone smaller than that should have no size issues.
Would I recommend this product? Yes, especially if you have been struggling with back pain and want to better yourself. Obviously, you will have to exercise, stretch and keep a proper routine but I think this will provide great benefits in the long term.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Happy Wife Happy Life
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I got the Therabody ThermBack LED 4-in-1 Back Wrap for my wife, who deals with chronic back pain. Initial reactions from the first few uses is that she loves the purchase and her only complaint is that the straps don’t quite get small enough. She’s petite so she has to overlap them to make it snug, which ends up covering the main control unit. Since this is a one-size-fits-most design, it does fit me just fine without any adjustments. Thankfully, the strap issue isn’t a dealbreaker because the Therabody app makes it easy to control everything from her phone without needing to reach for the buttons.
She’s been using it after workouts and while sitting at her desk for long periods. After each session, she says her back feels a little looser, which is a good sign. She was curious if the LED therapy was actually beneficial or just junk science, so she asked her chiropractor and he told her that LED therapy is very therapeutic and can help with inflammation, which made her feel even better about using it regularly.
The heat therapy works well, with the medium setting getting noticeably warm on the skin but not uncomfortably hot. The wave vibration isn’t the pounding vibration she’s used to with her massage gun, but she said it’s relaxing when combined with the heat. The fact that it’s cordless was a big win. Previously she’d been plugging in heating pads which work ok laying down but now she can wear it while working or just doing stuff around the house.
One drawback is the charging setup. The device charges quickly, but the whole thing is bulky, and it would be much more convenient if the control unit were somehow removable to charge so she wouldn’t have to plug in the whole wrap. That’s probably the biggest improvement Therabody could make. It came with a nice USB-C to USB-C cord but no brick so we basically plugged it in where we plug in our iPhone.
Overall, she’s happy with it, and I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a solid tool for managing back pain. It’s not an instant cure, but it does seem like a good addition to a pain management routine, especially for those dealing with chronic inflammation. If Therabody made the charging setup more convenient and improved the strap sizing for smaller users, it would be even better.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic relief for quicker recovery
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This is my first therabody product. I have been dealing with a significant amount of back pain lately and wanted something to provide relief. I've read a lot about red light therapy treatments and thought I'd give this Thermback Wrap a try.
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I decided to really push myself during my workout over the weekend. I have done deadlines in a long long long time. I decided to push things so I can properly test out this device. I did many sets of 135lb deadlifts, which I then proceeded to transition into a clean, into a shoulder press and repeated this cycle.
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When I got home, I started multiple sessions with the Thermback Back Wrap. I utilized the heat, infrared, massaging and timer through the therabody app. The app is very useful and allows you select routines to target certain aspects of your lower back. You can use the manual controls attached to the device itself but, pairing it with your smartphone through the app is definitely the most effective way .
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There are 3 temperature levels, 3 vibration levels and one setting for the infrared led light therapy. If you have clothes on while utilizing, the red lights won't enable as it cant penetrate through clothing.
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I've been messing around with multiple ways to position the wrap on other parts of my body. Even though it is for the lower back I have been able to get some benefits out of it to target other parts of my body.
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Anyways, to tie back into how my recovery was after my back workout over the weekend, I am happy to report that I woke up with no pain. I was really fearing the worst given how much I pushed my body, but my back felt great waking up the next day. My shoulders and arms however, were extremely sore, which I was unable to target those areas with the wrap for treatment. With how great my back felt the next day, this has me looking into other therabody products to help target other muscle groups for faster recovery.
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Overall, I highly recommend this product. I really look forward to continuing to use this in my recoveries as well as helping to relieve some stress and pain from sitting at a work desk 5 days a week..I'm even debating bringing this into the office with the useful travel bag you get in the box.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Noise level
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Soothing Relief and Portable Convenience
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If you or anyone you know is a sufferer of back pain, you have my sympathies. My wife has had on and off bouts of lower back pain and discomfort for years even after having a low-back discectomy. Myself, I have occasional low back discomfort that I associate mostly with getting older, or with certain types of yard work. The Therabody ThermBack LED is a self-contained, rechargeable device you wear around your abdomen that can provide Heat with Far Infrared Therapy (FIR), Vibration Therapy, and Near Infrared LED Light Therapy (NIR), to the lower back region.
Besides the TheraBack LED device, inside the box is a travel pouch, a USB-C to USB-C power cord that is 6 and 1/2 feet long, and a full instruction manual that is in a 9” x 12” format on nice glossy paper that is filled with well-done illustrations and words! This is a nice change from the typical small-format “quick start guide” that includes only pictograms with no words and a just slightly more thorough “full” manual only accessible online. Thank you, Therabody! Unfortunately, there is no power adapter included, but then again you no longer get one of those with your fourteen hundred dollar smartphone either. The ThermBack has the capability of longer use sessions if it is run off of a power adapter rather than the rechargeable battery. This requires the use of a 40-watt (or greater) power adapter, so if you anticipate being a frequent user of the device, and you need to buy a power adapter, make sure you get one with a sufficient output.
The device is labeled “Made in China”, but is constructed with vinyl, synthetic fabric, and edging that exhibits very nice attention to detail in construction with straight, even seams and high quality fabric that has a nice feel against bare skin. It can be worn against bare skin, or over light clothing. The main strap is fastened by a Velcro-like material and then the final fit can be snugged up with small “compression straps” on each side that are pulled forward and fastened with the same type hook-and-loop fasteners. The battery back ends up being on your front side, or slightly to the right of center, when the device is being worn and the controls are on the top edge and include a power on/off button, a button to turn on and off the Near Infrared LED lights, a button to adjust the Heat to low, medium, or high (the Far Infrared Therapy works in conjunction with the Heat setting and cannot be controlled independently), and finally a button to adjust the Vibration Therapy to low, high, “wave” (an up and down pulsing of vibrations), and off. Note that the Heat function cannot be turned off completely.
Therabody has a smartphone app that appears to function with products besides the ThermBack LED device. The account was easy to set up without providing a lot of personal information besides an email address, and connecting the ThermBack to my phone via Bluetooth was quick and simple. The app provides four short tutorials on proper fit and use of the device. I could not find these same tutorials on the Therabody website however, nor could I find the user manual on the website. The FAQ support showed sections for ten of Therabody’s other products, but nothing devoted to the ThermBack LED at this point in time. Under the “Our Science” section of the site there are sections for five of Therabody’s devices, most with document links for articles on the National Institutes for Health (NIH) website, but again, the ThermBack LED device is missing from this website section.
When you search the internet looking for near infrared and far infrared therapy information, there is a great number of web sites touting these therapies. I found much less when I narrowed my preference to medical oriented websites, besides the government run NIH. I try to look for documentation from unbiased, trusted sources that are not looking to sell me something, and a lot of what I found were statements to the effect of these therapies being safe and effective for certain musculoskeletal conditions, and the efficacy remains debatable for other pain and muscle conditions. In Therabody’s manual is the statement, “This device is intended for use by people in good health”, and under “Intended Use” is the statement “…to temporarily increase circulation and relieve minor discomfort in the lower back.” The manual also has a short list of medical circumstances where due care should be exercised and consultation with your medical professional are recommended. And there is a much longer section of contraindications where the manufacturer recommends not using this device unless there is a risk/benefit analysis performed by a medical professional.
I’m not trying to cast doubt on the benefits of this device by any means, but after spending four decades working in the healthcare industry, I feel the consumer needs to be forewarned and to not have unreasonable expectations.
Does the ThermBack LED perform the functions it is purported to do, yes it does. And it does them well and to the level I expected from the device. The wireless feature is great in that it doesn’t tie you down to one spot like a traditional corded heating pad does. The vibration therapy is just that, vibrations, just so no one thinks it will be a kneading type of massage sensation. The two types of infrared therapies are harder for me to assess, especially during a short evaluation session. I’m not sure how to tell heat (only) therapy apart from heat therapy with far infrared therapy. My wife and I both found our sessions with the ThermBack LED to be very pleasant, soothing, and enjoyable to the lower back area. People that experience low back pain and discomfort have this issue for a variety of reasons and at varying levels, so to make a blanket statement that everyone will experience their desired degree of symptom relief would be foolish.
After experiencing the Therabody ThermBack LED firsthand, I think anyone that suffers from lower back pain or discomfort owes it to themselves to try all of the various treatment techniques and processes that are available. I don’t find the price point of this device unreasonable considering the quality of the build, and the conveniences it offers, especially if the user experiences a satisfactory degree of relief.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Pain relief
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
So Good I Bought It Twice!
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This product has been a game-changer for my recovery routine. After seeing great results with the first one, I didn’t think twice about getting a second. It helps reduce lower back pain, improves circulation, and feels great after a long day or an intense workout. The red light therapy is legit — you really feel the difference. Comfortable, easy to use, and super effective. Highly recommend it for anyone serious about recovery and performance.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance, Pain relief
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great back brace
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I have just about every back brace there exists out there. Some offer minimal support with little pain relief. However this was an excellent buy. For people with chronic back pain should give this a try. The 3 way combo of vibration, red light therapy and heat is an excellent option to improve blood circulation, help heal and get you walking faster
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Soothing Recovery
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Along with massage guns, I have the JetBoots and I just added this ThermBack to my arsenal for my aging body. The ThermBack is easily my go to weapon to help me recover from my daily routine. I’ve been suffering from backaches most of my life and it really takes me away from what I love doing. The ThermBack gives me the confidence to do those things again knowing that I can recover much quicker and more effectively. I’m using it while I’m typing this review. I find it very useful when I am sitting at my computer desk. It’s portable, comes with a bag so go ahead and take it with you to work and don’t worry, it won’t turn on automatically because it has a Travel Lock feature. The battery is good for about 4-6 sessions on the intensity of each session. You can use it while it is plugged it in to a charger (not included) using the supplied 6ft USB-C to USB-C cable.
The Therabody app has several pre-configured routines to choose from and you can customize them to your liking and save it. Your device that is paired with the ThermBack must be within Bluetooth range if you’re using the routines from the app otherwise, the ThermBack will disconnect from the Bluetooth connection and pause the routine. With the app you can change the time (1-20 minutes), vibration, heat and LED settings. There’s also a setting for when you wear it over clothing. When enabled, the device adjust for optimal effectiveness, heat is intensified definitely but I couldn’t really tell if the vibration changed. It will also turn off the LED as it does not penetrate fabric. They recommend using the LED directly on bare skin and the LED will automatically turn off after 10 minutes when using the device with the app and it will notify you that the optimal LED dosage was achieved. You can also run it directly from the device. From the device you can set the following settings:
- Vibration Settings: Off, Low, High, Wave
- Heat Settings: Off, Low, Medium, High
- LED: Off or On
- Note that you cannot change the amount of time; 20 minute default for all settings including LED therapy.
My only complaint is that I would have like the vibration to be more intense. This will be used daily in my household.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good for my lower back issues
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This is the Therabody ThermBack. There are four features: heat, infrared, vibration and LED light therapy. I have a 34 waist and it fits well. There are two adjustments. The velcro is strong. The two strap adjustments have covers so that it doesn’t get dirty with lint or anything else. I received it with the battery charged. All I had to do is download the iOS app and create the account.
You will create a profile on the app so it can track the therapy you have been using. There are preset therapies, but you can customize it. I was curious as to how far infrared can help relieve pain and promote healing. According to Google, it can penetrate deep into tissues, increasing circulation, stimulating cell repair, and promote the release of endorphins. Very interesting.
I also looked up LED light therapy. It is also known as photobiomodulation and works using wavelengths to stimulate cell activity and promote healing. Both of these are features of the device.
I wore before going to bed and while I am working. I sit behind a desk and on the computer most of the day. I wear it and turn it on every few hours for 20 minutes at a time. So far, my back pain has lessened. The heat it produces feels good. There are three levels for temperature as well as intensity of the vibration. There is also a setting to turn off the LED if you’re wearing the device over clothes.
I still have back pain but when I do, this device helps me a lot. It includes a travel bag so I can bring it to work or when I go on road trips. I hope they will add a second profile to the app so I can have my wife use it as well and keep track of usage. Although the app is not necessary, and the device will work without the app. There are controls on the device itself.
As for battery life, I noticed it being around an hour. I could do a few 20 minute sessions and a couple of 10 minute sessions. I like it. The travel pouch makes it easy to bring it to work or road trips.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Pain relief
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Lower Back Pain Relief
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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My husband and I both suffer from lower back pain. This belt is a game changer! Our backs instantly felt a little better - but the more consistent you are with it, the results are remarkable.
I actually didn’t even notice at first, but I’m no longer stopping to rub my back when I’ve been sitting at my computer. My husband is no longer grumbling or making sounds of pain when he wakes up in the morning.
I love that the app provides routines to choose from. It’s very simple to set-up and use. I highly recommend!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
App integration
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
BEST purchase ever
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Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Ohhhh yes! I had bad back pain and got this. It truly helped me recover. I used it a lot. The heat is on point. It's has an app and preprogrammed settings. Love that! My parents have used it and said how it has helped them a lot! This is one to get! You will love it and feel relief.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Heat settings
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Using Frequently
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
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The belt is mostly used for the heating, which is nice if you’re on the way to the gym or coming back. I’m not sure yet if the light treatment really does anything I’m going to keep using it for longer and see if I notice any difference, but I’ve been suffering from lower back pain for quite some time. I would recommend this just for the heating feature alone. I do quite a bit of flying and I’m definitely going to be taking it with me to try and get some relief from being stationary.
The only thing I wish they changed is having more heat settings because sometimes you need something between medium and high, but the belt does not offer that yet, maybe they will open that feature up with a software update or something.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance, Pain relief
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works fantastically!
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Wonderfully surprised how good this feels. Both my wife and I use regularly. I play golf and hockey and this device relieves my low back tightness.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Pain relief
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Help to relief the lower back pain
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This is helping a lot to reduce pain after a lower back injury
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good stuff
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Got this for my dad who has frequent back pain. He’s been laying on it every night for lower and upper back. He’s been enjoying it.