Body Back Buddy: The ultimate self-massage tool

The Body Back Buddy is an easy to handle massage tool designed by a Certified Massage and Neuromuscular Therapist. Remarkable results are made possible by the Body Back Buddy's unique design. An S-shaped curve allows application of deep pressure with minimal effort.

The eleven therapeutic knobs are designed to treat all parts of your aching body, including those hard-to-reach tight spots. The Body Back Buddy's open design and natural shape allow you to reach all muscle groups of the body: back, neck, shoulders, chest, arms, hands, buttocks, hips, legs and feet.

By varying the amount of pressure you apply you can release tight, knotted muscles. The Body Back Buddy relieves chronic pain, muscle spasms and stiffness, while heightening body awareness. With minimal strength and mobility you can treat areas that are virtually impossible or uncomfortable to reach without the Body Back Buddy.

How the Body Back Buddy Works
The Body Back Buddy's open design and natural shape allow you to reach all muscle groups of the body: back, neck, shoulders, chest, arms, hands, buttocks, hips, legs and feet.
By varying the amount of pressure you apply, you can release tight, knotted muscles. With minimal strength and mobility you can treat areas that are virtually impossible or uncomfortable to reach without the Body Back Buddy. You are in control of the areas you treat and the amount of pressure applied.

How to Use Your Body Back Buddy
Hook the Body Back Buddy over your shoulder or around your side to treat hard to reach areas of the back, neck and shoulders. Hold it comfortably by the handles or the frame so that the therapy knob touches the affected muscle. Push away from your body with your lower or outside hand while guiding the therapy knob with the upper or inside hand. This leveraging technique creates self-directed pressure of tight muscles. You can also use the Body Back Buddy to apply direct pressure to all parts of the body. You can approach each muscle from many different angles. With a little practice and creativity, both the leveraging and direct pressure techniques will feel natural.
There are hundreds of ways to use the Body Back Buddy and you are encouraged to experiment with what works best for you. Use it standing, sitting, lying down, or with a partner.

How Much Pressure to Apply?
Apply the therapy knobs until you feel the amount of pressure that is comfortable for you. This muscle compression stimulates a therapeutic response. Preferences vary from one person to another-deep and intense, or gentle and relaxing. It is recommended that no more pressure be applied than necessary.

How Long to Apply Pressure?
Eight to twelve seconds is normally enough time to elicit a therapeutic response in the muscle. Applying too much pressure for too long causes the body to treat the pressure as an intrusion. For maximum results return to the treated area three to four times for eight to twelve seconds.

The Healing Process
There are several steps to restoring health to dysfunctional muscles. The most immediate step is to eliminate the tightness and hypercontraction in the muscle. This is the purpose of the Body Back Buddy. After the muscle is released, it needs to be stretched and hydrated to return its natural elasticity and pliability. For long-term muscle health and strength, exercise is crucial. Finally, it is important to correct the improper body mechanics and poor posture. Attention to these four areas will build and maintain healthy muscles.

Cautions
The preceding  treatments involve applying pressure on tight muscles and tension spots. An acupressure chart may be helpful, but only as a guide. Any spot that needs attention and feels better for being treated is the right spot to treat. Trust your senses to locate the right spot. With practice you will become sensitive to areas of blocked energy that need to be treated and released in the body. Remember to stay relaxed. Alter your position any time you feel uncomfortable. Have fun and enjoy!

Precautions
The Body Back Buddy is a personal health care tool and is not meant to replace your regular health care provider. Please consult with your health care provider for treatment of any medical conditions or questions you may have regarding therapeutic massage.

• Do not press directly on bones or nerves.
• Do not massage areas of inflammation or skin irritations.
• Discontinue use if bruising occurs.
• Do not allow children to use the Body Back Buddy  as a toy.