Back pain is a common but nevertheless frustrating complaint among adults. This year, with more people spending extended periods of time at home sitting in one place, your friends and family may especially appreciate holiday gifts that promote self-care and pain relief.
Whether you have a relative who suffers from chronic back pain or a friend who has been complaining about work-from-home muscle soreness [1], you can surprise them with the soothing gift they didn't know they needed.
Warmies Heart Heat Pad
A heating pad, like this cute Warmies Heart Heat Pad [3] ($18), can be super soothing on a sore back.
Kieba Massage Lacrosse Balls
These Kieba Massage Lacrosse Balls [4] ($11 for two) are easy to use whether you're lying down on the floor or sitting in a chair. They're small enough to be perfect stocking stuffers!
Indie Lee I-Recover Body Soak
Give your loved one the gift of relaxation with this Indie Lee I-Recover Body Soak [5] ($42), a bath soak and body scrub hybrid.
Rad Helix Foam Roller
The shape of the Rad Helix Foam Roller [6] ($49) is designed to protect the spine while you use it, making it perfect for specifically targeting back pain.
Origins Feel Good Hug Wrap
The Origins Feel Good Hug Wrap [7] ($45) will help relieve shoulder tension. It can be heated up in the microwave and has a relaxing blend of lavender, eucalyptus, and peppermint scents.
Hyperice Hypervolt Go
This smaller, quieter version of Hyperice's Hypervolt, the Hypervolt Go [8] ($199) is one of the more portable and less-expensive massage guns on the market.
Nayoya Acupressure Mat and Neck Pillow
With over 6,000 spikes designed to target different pressure points, the Nayoya Acupressure Mat and Neck Pillow [9] ($40, originally $55) may take some getting used to, but it has over 3,600 five-star Amazon ratings.
Upright Go 2
Poor posture is a major cause of back pain. Enter the Upright Go 2 [10] ($100), a device that, when placed on your upper back, helps you train your posture by vibrating gently when you slouch.
Manduka Recycled Foam Yoga Block
There are lots of different stretches and exercises for relieving back pain that involve a yoga block. The Manduka Recycled Foam Yoga Block [11] ($18) comes in five different colours.
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