Neck Traction - 4 Layer Cervical Neck Traction Device - Neck Massager & Collar - Neck & Shoulder Pain Relief - Cervical Collar for Travel/Home Improved Spine Alignment

I ordered this a few weeks ago for my husband who has been dealing with a lot of neck, back and shoulder pain lately. He has used it 3-4 times per week, and even convinced me to try it once or twice. I will admit, I was uncomfortable trying it out, but once I relaxed and stopped tensing up, it actually was very useful. Basically, you strap this ting around your neck while it is deflated, then you start pumping it full of air. As it inflates, it stretches out your neck, easing tension and relaxing your muscles (you have to breath through this process, otherwise you start to tense up and it becomes counterintuitive). Once it was inflated as much as I could stand, I would try to relax by watching a show or listening to some music. And every couple minutes I would add a couple more pumps of air. I probably wouldn't go more than 10-15 minutes at a time. Then, you release the air and help it deflate by pressing it together with your hands. And voila! Your neck will feel both relaxed and stretched out! As I said, my husband uses this a lot more than I do, and even he says this is a 5-star item. You will look kind of silly wearing it (so don't wear this out to the club), but it does what it says it will! Highly recommend for people looking to stretch out their neck and relieve pain.

Really like this for my cervical disc degeneration. It helps reduce or prevent my migraines. Please note that it will take you some time to determine the optimal placement of the velcro straps. Be patient. So far, I've found that its important to have the top and bottom straps at the same distance. I do find that at the fuller inflation (probably at or above recommendation), the core likely the velcro straps will become undone. This seems to be common for all the ones that I've used, so far. But this hasn't broken after a few uses like the less expensive ones. The slightly higher price is certainly worth it! Just be sure to give yourself time to let the air out slowly and not all in one stream, either. Give you neck time to adjust! EDITED November 12, 2019: Had this a little over a month. It no longer holds air. Reduced rating from 5 down to 1. Zero would be a better choice.

With four layers versus the typical three that most compression and traction machines have, I had high hopes for this product but they quickly died and I watched my dreams of pain relief fade into oblivion. The price for this product is very economical, but the quality of the product is not well made. The Velcro is too short on the attaching side and tends to pull away from each other as you inflate the device more. This is the opposite of what you need for more traction. Stitching comes apart without much use as well. I do like the fact that this is made for people who have longer necks because of the four layers, but when used as intended, you end up getting a very uncomfortable traction that pushes your head down and neck forward. That's the opposite of what I need. I had to turn the device around to the opposite direction in order to actually get any relief. That's why I gave it three stars but in and of itself, this product is really only two stars. I can't recommend it because it wasn't very comfortable, it was cheaply made, and although the price was good, the product simply doesn't hold up to wear and tear nor does it provide enough relief. I'm really shocked for a four layer product to not be able to have a snug feel and expand further up. Good idea. Poor execution. Not recommended.

It’s a bit high but the 3 ring is a bit low for my neck. It’s good for longer necks. It does what it’s supposed to. I use it to watch Netflix in bed while crafting and not kink up my neck. It gives a decent tiny cervical adjustment. It runs on the tighter side so don’t strap it too tight. The other choices were a but too lose so I may stick with this one. It can get uncomfortable if over inflated but not a total choking hazard. It’s not terrible comfortable and you aren’t supposed to sleep in it. It’s also not terribly uncomfortable. Some days you just need one. Helpful if you kink your neck or sleep badly or do multitasking, computer work, detailed work, neck straining, etc.It trains your body to avoid neck straining posture which I do appreciate.

Does what it says. Works great