Ergodyne ProFlex 1600 Back Support Brace, 9" Extended Support, High Cut Front For Mobility, Large,Black

Helps save back really works

So I'm 50, 5'10", 185 lbs and I work in the ICU. I have to frequently lift and turn patients that weigh from 250 lbs to 450 lbs. Before I got this support belt my lower back was in constant pain. Since I've been using the belt the back pain is "gone". I expected the belt to help relieve the stress on my lower back from all the lifting I do but I did not expect the back pain to stop completely. I've been using this belt since August 2011 and all I can say is it has been a "God Sent". Now understand I only wear it at work and I only secure it when I'm moving patients. If I'm not moving patients then I keep the belt loose/unstrapped. If you do alot of heavy lifting at work or at home I highly recommend either this or some other kind of support belt. It's truly worth the money. Update: So its been 5 months since I wrote my review (4/19/12 as I write this) and nothing has changed. I am using the same support belt(talk about getting more than your money's worth) and I still believe it was a "God Sent". Again, if you do any type of heavy lifting or pulling do yourself a big favor and get a support belt. Yes, I get back soreness every now and then but not that back pain that use to tweak my hips to the left and made it hard to function on the job(I know there's some of you who understand that pain). Update 2/20/14: So I'm going to be 53 in March. Still have the same job and I have this same back support. Still working now as it did when I first bought it. My review has not changed. Talk about getting more than my money's worth. I'm still very happy with this product. I honestly believe if it wasn't for this belt I wouldn't be working where I do now(probably a desk job). I can't say enough about this back support and how much it has helped me at work. One of my best purchases ever... Update 10/21/15: OK, I'm at work, it's 0230 and I'm bored so here's another update. No changes from previous updates except for now I'm 54. Belt still works as it did from the beginning. I stated this before and I'll state it again, "This was a God Sent". I can't think of anything in my life that has done so much for me and only cost me 16 bucks. Oh, patients jumping out of bed. Gota go... Update 1/12/2018 I still have my original support belt I bought over 7 years ago. I seriously got more than my monies worth. I still believe this belt was a "God Sent". So I'm buying another support belt not because the original has worn out, still looks and works like new, but because I have put on 15 lbs over the years. So I'm going one size up. Turning 58 and still doing the same type of work. I don't know what else to say. Best money I've ever spent on myself. Great product. If your looking, don't hesitate, buy it.

My husband had serious back problems in the past — he even had a fracture, so he can’t work long hours or lift heavy things. His job requires a lot of movement, and this brace really helps him by supporting his back and reducing strain. The only downside is the very strong and unpleasant smell when we first opened the package — we had to air it out for a while. Other than that, it fits perfectly, doesn’t press or feel uncomfortable, and the quality of stitching is excellent. My husband said it’s ideal for his work.

I recently used the Ergodyne ProFlex 1600 Back Support Brace during my move, and it was a game changer! The 9" extended support provides excellent lower back stability, and the high cut front ensures I can still move around with ease. I was able to lift heavy boxes and furniture without worrying about straining my back. The fit was perfect, and the medium size was just right for me. The adjustable straps made it easy to customize the fit, and the brace stayed in place all day without slipping or being uncomfortable. I truly felt supported and protected, which helped me avoid any back pain during such a physically demanding task. If you’re planning on doing any heavy lifting or moving, I highly recommend the ProFlex 1600 Back Support Brace. It’s a must-have for anyone who wants to protect their back and move with confidence!

My fiance loves this brace! It fits snug around his waist, the shoulder straps adjust easily to account for his height, and it offers the right amount of support for while he moves furniture.

This back brace works great and was reasonably priced. I would recommend it to anyone that needs something to use when doing yard work like I do. It would be good to support any activity that you needed for sure.

This back support belt is excellent for my workers. It provides great support and protects their lower back, especially when lifting heavy loads. Since they started using it, they’ve experienced less back discomfort and feel much safer while working. Highly recommended for anyone doing physical labor regularly.

Uncomfortable for prolonged use, but helpful when you need it. Could be more ergonomic

Purchased for my friend and it’s perfect for his back. The extended back aids in static support. Super happy!

Super hochwertiger Gürtel. Man hat guten Halt und kann sich trotzdem bewegen.

Cumple con la descripción, la medida fue correcta, llegó a tiempo y en buen estado, es un buen producto

I had a DIY job where I had to move more than 100 of 160KG sleepers so bought this to help me on the task. I'd hasten to add that we rented a JCB to do lost of the lifting and transporting, but there was still a lot of manhandling to get the sleepers into position. At the end of the first day, wearing this belt, I felt better than I thought I would. But it was so uncomfortable that I ditched it 30 minutes into the second day. I felt a lot more done-in after the second day so maybe that's the difference between wearing this and not? To be honest, it reminded me of some safety guards on machinery that get in the way so much that you end up removing them so you can get on with the job. In conclusion, probably helpful but no use if it's so much faff that you leave it lying on the kitchen floor.

Fast shipping. Good quality