this item was purchased to help support my back. i had 2 back discs (L4 & L5) removed almost 40 yrs ago & have used/ needed back support ever since. this hard to find good quality belt fits the bill and can replace much more expensive support devices if need be with no discomfort what-so-ever. your legs will feel better too.

at my age, little things mean a lot and doctors, seem to be a little different now as everything seems to be mostly money & time which go hand in hand(then and now), plus the fear of lawsuits etc.