Rachel B.
I have fibromyalgia and have spent hundreds of dollars on various pain remedies throughout the years. Most things haven't really helped, including physical therapy -- the only thing that would provide relief was Tylenol and scalding hot showers. This mat appears to be invented by a sadist and it definitely HURTS, but with regular use my pain has become much, much better. It also helps relieve pain when it happens, but I've found it to be more useful in reducing pain generally rather than addressing a particular pain spot. My best evidence of its effectiveness is that I get extremely thirsty after massages and the same thing happens when I lie on the mat for 20-40 minutes. I don't know what the thirst means (a quick Google says something about the lymphatic system?) but I take it as a sign that this mat actually does something for my knotted-up muscles.
Matthew L.
So I bought this for anxiety and stress relief. I love it! Laying straight on my back is often something that helps when I feel my stress getting too high. I've been looking at trying a mat like this for awhile and when I found one that was like new at half the cost of this already cheap one I jumped on it. In just one use I already feel some anxiety relief (and more than just laying on the ground). The sensory input of the points really helps!
Obviously, be smart. Your first use should not be bare back jumping down on the thing. I started with a tshirt and felt the pillow on my bare neck and then quickly took off my shirt as I had a camisole on. I then focused on my breathing and relaxed. Start with a tshirt, then lighter shirt, then bare skin.
If you're one that likes weighted blankets than this is another sensory input that you might like and even at the full price is worth it! As we all know anxiety medication only goes so far and often it's our lifestyle and coping skills that make the biggest impact!
Justin M.
When you first lie down on this mat and pillow you think no way I can put up with this, it really does hurt at first. But if you don't concentrate on on all those sharp points sticking into you and actually RELAX you may see what the raves are about. You need to give it at least 5 to 10 minutes to begin feeling the benefits. If you do not relax it will not work. It helps my back and my tension headaches, I actually push down into the pillow with my neck and move my neck into several positions. After about 10 minutes of use you begin to feel a warming sensation that actually feels quite pleasant. For the price this is a great product. Does leave your skin looking like a frozen hamburger patty for a little while.
Julie G.
Like many other reviewers, I too was skeptical about this mat of sharp plastic. But, having chronically tight shoulders, the $60 price tag seemed worth a shot. The first 2-3 minutes feel like fire torture: everything hurts and starts to burn. After the initial feeling of being stabbed subsides, the muscles warm and just relax into the mat. I usually lie on it for 30-40 minutes at a time. The mat does leave marks that last for 5-10 minutes, and the muscles are red and warm to the touch--similar to a mild sunburn. However, the tension relief is real! My back and shoulders are noticeably looser after a session on the stabby mat. If you can handle that, this mat-o-doom may be an affordable path to pain relief!
(It should be noted: I have a decent pain tolerance and use this without clothing. It might be too much for anyone with sensitive skin.)
Angus P.
I bought this about 6 weeks ago, because it was less expensive than similar items. On my first use, I ignored the review warnings to use it initially with thin fabric between the mat and skin. when i laid down on it, I didn't think I would last a minute, but if you give it a chance, you get used to the pressure and the experience in quite pleasant. The effects last for a few hours for me, which is great for pre- or post-golf (or life for that matter.)
Gentle warnings: when you first lie down, try to do so evenly. Obviously don't flop down on it and maybe get someone to help you lie back until you get the hang of it. During use, if you have extra skin like I do, you may have to gently adjust areas of your back - gently. When you are finished, either sit straight up (with help if needed) or roll completely off in one motion.
I was eye-rolling with some of the poor reviews. YES! The plastic on the mat and pillow is sharp. Take my word for it, Yes, it can scratch you if you are careless - and even cut you (I guess) if you are a moron. So, give it a chance, be careful, lie down and give it 2 minutes or so and you should have a pleasant experience. Do so in a quiet room with some relaxing music. Try it for 5-7 minutes to start and then build up. It really does help.
Pam G.
I really like this product. I usually wake up with aching neck and shoulder muscles maybe due to my pillow or how I sleep or something. But after usinf the mat and the pillow for about 20 the first time (with thin clothing on), I woke up the next day feeling refreshed and my neck and shoulders weren’t aching/tensed like they usually do. I’ve been using this almost everyday since I received it barely a month ago and I still can only do about 10-15 minutes of bare skin but even with a thin fabric in between, the acupressure was still effective for me. The only ‘bad’ thing about this product is that there were some brown/rust colored dirt marks on the plastic round parts. Its not noticeable unless you really look at it one by one and I can be a little OCD so maybe thats why I noticed it. So I just sprayed rubbing alcohol on each of the white round acupressure things, just to be sure since it is meant to use with bare skin. But overall I really like this product and have had a great experience so far.
L***l
The mat is good, i liked it. Everything came well, thank you very much to the seller.
A***v
Great! Back burning.
Shopper
Shipping 12 days. The mat fully corresponds to the description. There is no foreign smell, the barbs are glued very well. Definitely recommend
N***a
Great mat. Came very quickly to krasnodar for 12 days, this has never been. Thanks to the seller. The mat does not smell anything. Sewn very well.
A***a
Track recovered! Quality at altitude! Straight very cool! Perfectly relieves tension in the back muscles!
D***y
Good quality product. Super fast shipping!
Shopper
Prickly. Quality is good. Everyone is happy.
About the benefits and so everyone knows that the thing is very necessary, who has problems with his back and neck.
E***o
Mat Super needle sharp it well. Recommend.
B***a
Quick. Quality is good. Thank you.
A***S
It's just like the description. On my feet i can't stand the pain (my feet are delicate), but for the back and neck is great
N***a
Everything is super, the mats are excellent. The goods came quickly. All as in the description. Thanks to the seller.
K***k
The mat is just awesome. I really liked the quality. Lying and kayffing
A***o
Using such a rug for 6 years. I ordered more. I will not regret the goods.
T***a
Quality is excellent! Well packed, convenient to store. Needles are sharp, as it should
A***v
Love it. Great product!!!!
A***o
The rug came in for two weeks. There are no questions about the quality. Needles are very sharp. While lay down from strength 3-5 minutes. Back red, burning sensation. Later i will write, whether it is possible to get used to, whether there is an effect.
G***a
I liked it very much! Thank you! It came in the promised time! Packed perfectly. Everything in the case. Whole! No smell! Great! Thank you seller!
T***i
everthing goodss.. fast shiping
R***Y
The quality is excellent, the bag is comfortable! And delivered fast enough
