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product_id: 35846147
title: "Backpod - Premium Device for Costochondritis & Tietze Syndrome | Physio Designed | NZ Made | Posture Corrector & Back Pain Relief"
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price: "฿7894"
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# Clinically validated relief NZ-made precision design Ergonomic posture realignment Backpod - Premium Device for Costochondritis & Tietze Syndrome | Physio Designed | NZ Made | Posture Corrector & Back Pain Relief

**Brand:** bodystance
**Price:** ฿7894
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛡️ Unlock pain-free posture and breathe easier—your back’s new best friend!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Backpod - Premium Device for Costochondritis & Tietze Syndrome | Physio Designed | NZ Made | Posture Corrector & Back Pain Relief by bodystance
- **How much does it cost?** ฿7894 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- bodystance enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted bodystance brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Guided Ease of Use:** Comes with a detailed user manual to maximize results from the comfort of home or office.
- • **Physio-Engineered Precision:** Developed by expert physiotherapists in New Zealand for targeted thoracic relief.
- • **Clinically Proven Pain Relief:** Trusted by healthcare pros to alleviate Costochondritis, Tietze Syndrome, and upper spine discomfort.
- • **Ergonomic Spine & Shoulder Reset:** Gently realigns posture to combat device-induced hunch and improve breathing capacity.
- • **Durable Daily Wellness Investment:** Built for everyday use with long-lasting materials—your cost-effective alternative to costly treatments.

## Overview

The Bodystance Backpod is a premium, physiotherapist-designed device made in New Zealand, clinically validated to relieve Costochondritis, Tietze Syndrome, and thoracic spine issues. Its ergonomic design promotes gradual spine realignment, reduces hunching, and enhances breathing capacity. Durable and easy to use, it offers a practical, drug-free solution for back, neck, and shoulder pain, supported by a comprehensive user guide for optimal results.

## Description

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Review: Fixed my costochondritis overnight! - I love this product. I love the way Steve August (the inventor) figured out and explains costochondritis - it makes sense. It's about the ribs, not inflammation or nerve pain. I developed costo in 2006 after being prescribed lisinopril, which caused severe coughing, for months. This, in turn, froze up my back ribs and ligaments. At the beginning, my severe chest pain and trouble breathing led to several ER trips in an ambulance, siren on, taking corners on rails. But after all the doctors had done all their cardiac and lung tests, and found nothing, they simply sent me home, unable to explain my pain, and worse, unwilling to help me manage it. I suffered untreated for 2 years when we moved to a new state and I found a pain doctor there who explained I had costochondritis and did prescribe for me. The pain meds were the only thing that gave me any kind of relief. Tylenol didn't work, nor Advil. Over the next 13 years (15 years total), I've developed kidney failure, lung failure, diabetes I, epilepsy and a host of other complex and rare medical conditions. I've attributed so much of my immobility and pain moving to simply being on dialysis. I've attributed my shortness of breath to my lung problems. Enter the Backpod. I ordered this because I'm having a terrible time right now getting pain meds sorted out and I've come to the conclusion that the doctors are not going to help me. I have to help myself. So I reopened my research into this condition. As it turns out, the Backpod now exists - which was not true when I first got costo. This device works to open up spaces between your ribs and move the ligaments between them. I used it for 2 minutes on each side the first night I got it. The next morning I woke up pain-free. It was UNREAL! I haven't had a pain-free morning in over 15 years. I wake up every morning reaching out for my oxys, because I know I need them. My AM pain is always that bad. It's now Day 6 of using the Backpod, plus I've started physical therapy in hopes that the PTs can help me maximize my results and optimize my therapy, which they have so far been very good at. In just 6 days - still NO PAIN!! That first morning I woke up, I took a shower and realized I had so much more REACH in both shoulders, and the same when I was toweling off. So I did some shoulder rolls and I could just hear my upper rib bones crackling right down from the top to the bottom, so I could tell they were loosening up. It felt great! Costo is a horrible condition to try to live with. It limits you in so many ways - mobility, ability to do chores, cook, shop, spend time with loved ones, go out, sit up for any lengths of time - and for me, I'm realizing all of this disability was due to the costo, not my kidneys or lungs. I thought all this time I was just stuck with it. The Backpod is super easy to use. You just lay down on it. You can put it behind you while you lean back on a stack of pillows and watch TV in bed. Then you can move it around - up, down, more to the middle, wherever it feels the best is probably where you need it most. It doesn't require any batteries or charging, and only very little maintenance. My puppy did try to chew on it, but I caught him in time. The big dog just licks it. I don't mind, as long as they don't destroy the thing. Being on disability, a $68.00 cost is high for me, but I decided to go for it and see if I can get myself into a position to start tapering off my pain meds under medical supervision. I had my first narcotic free day yesterday, and I was shocked. I didn't even think about taking any meds. I would so much rather invest this money here and stop having to go to a pain doctor monthly, and stop having my energy and ability to focus be affected by my oxys than stay on pain meds and not have a solution. I never thought I'd ever get better from anything again - all of my medical issues are chronic, and some degenerative. But this one, I cured. I did it by myself, with the help of Steve August, and I did it in a matter of days, after 15 years of hell. If you're in hell from costo, the Backpod is your way out!!! I only wish Steve August's information would infiltrate the medical community here in the US. Doctors here are so stubborn about insisting on what they heard once upon a. time, and they don't do much research as they continue to treat you to see if they can find you a cure. We have to heal ourselves. Thank you to Steve August for paving the way for those of us with costochondritis to do that!!
Review: Weird little thing that really works! - Strange concept that actually works! Helps release knotted muscles. Interesting device which provides a unique stretch for the ribcage and sternum. While it is awkward, initially, your body does relax and give in to the pod. It feels like a reset. There are detailed instructions with the product. Once I figured it out, I really like this product.

## Features

- Original Backpod - Developed by professional physiotherapists and manufactured in New Zealand; it was designed to offer precise relief and promote better posture, providing a reliable solution for those seeking comfort and mobility.
- Effective Treatment - Recommended by healthcare professionals; it has been clinically proven to alleviate conditions such as Costochondritis and Tietze’s Syndrome, and various thoracic upper spine issues, offering tangible relief and improved mobility for users
- Alleviate i-hunch - With its ergonomic design, it targets the strains caused by prolonged device usage, gently realigning the spine and shoulders to reduce discomfort and restore flexibility, promoting a healthier lifestyle.
- Posture Improvement - Through regular use, it facilitates gradual spine realignment, aiding in the restoration of a natural, pain-free posture. It increases breathing capacity and reduces tension, enhancing overall well-being of users.
- Lasting Investment - Designed for daily use, it guarantees long-lasting durability and cost-effectiveness, offering a practical alternative to professional treatments. Easy to use at home or in the office, it provides instant relief whenever you need it.
- User Guide and Support - Each purchase includes a detailed user guide, offering step-by-step instructions for maximum utilisation. Take it slow, follow the instructions, and get the best results.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01LYNZBV3 |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #37,706 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #24 in Lumbar Supports |
| Brand | Bodystance |
| Brand Name | Bodystance |
| Color | Green |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 4,008 Reviews |
| Item Dimensions | 2.76 x 5.12 x 7.87 inches |
| Item Height | 20 centimeters |
| Item Thickness | 5 Centimeters |
| Manufacturer | Backpod |
| Model Name | Backpod |
| Model Number | Backpod |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) |
| Special Features | Clinically Validated, Physiotherapist Designed |
| Specific Uses For Product | Costochondritis, Tietze Syndrome, Thoracic Stretching, Hunching, Slouching, Laminectomy, Foraminotomy, Thoracotomy, Pain Relief, Posture Corrector, Specific Uses For Product Costochondritis, Tietze Syndrome, Thoracic Stretching, Hunching, Slouching, Laminectomy, Foraminotomy, Thoracotomy, Pain Relief, Posture Corrector, See more |
| Sport Type | Yoga |
| Target Use Body Part | Back, Neck, Shoulders |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Use for | Back, Neck, Shoulders |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Bodystance
- **Size:** 1 Count (Pack of 1)
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Costochondritis, Tietze Syndrome, Thoracic Stretching, Hunching, Slouching, Laminectomy, Foraminotomy, Thoracotomy, Pain Relief, Posture Corrector,
- **Use for:** Back, Neck, Shoulders
- **Age Range (Description):** Adult

## Images

![Backpod - Premium Device for Costochondritis & Tietze Syndrome | Physio Designed | NZ Made | Posture Corrector & Back Pain Relief - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71M4pBJDWvL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How is this different from a “peanut” roller?**
A: The big difference is that the Backpod will do a really good stretch on tight rib joints and a "peanut" or foam roller can't.   Peanuts and foam rollers are fine for giving a backwards stretch to a hunched spine.  But the rib cage joints are part of a hunched, tightened back, and you need something that'll sit under the rib to stretch it.  (This is essential for costochondritis and some other rib problems, like asthma.)  The small stable peaked shape of the Backpod does that.   Also, all rollers and balls are unstable, so your muscles can;t relax on them, which means you don't get as good a stretch on the joints.  Cheers, Steve August.

**Q: Can you use this in bed?**
A: Hi Mary Ann, I have reached out to the manufacturer and they have given the following response to your question:Not really - a bed is too springy so the Backpod can not do such a good stretch on a tight thoracic spine.  You get a better stretch just lying on the Backpod on a carpeted floor, with a pillow or two under your head for more comfort if needed. Hope this helps?Best regards,Scott

**Q: Is this a massager? Is it an alarm to make you use good posture? Still not sure how you use it.**
A: It's not a massager, it's not an alarm.  
You just lay your upper back on it, it will the tension on your chest.
It helps.  But doesn't cure. You need to do it at least 10 minutes  daily.

**Q: Does this help low back pain?**
A: I'm the New Zealand physio who invented the Backpod.  It won't help low backs directly, but freeing up the upper and middle back with it takes a surprising amount of load off the low back.

Low backs are complicated.  Some are disc, some are spinal joints locking, some are sacroiliacs, some are the muscles, and some a combination.  So you can't build a single device that will help all low back problems - in spite of the advertising hype!

Upper and middle backs are much easier.  Lots come from too much hunching, even if there's also been a whiplash or other impact or strain.  So you can build a single device that will help almost all of them.  That's what we've done with the Backpod, out of 30 years of expertise in treating spines in New Zealand.  We do genuinely think it's the most effective device for stretching free tight, hunched thoracic spines, and the only one which will do an effective stretch on the tight rib joints that are part of any tight upper or middle back problem.  

The Backpod does have a specific use in freeing up tight sacroiliac joints, but it's not otherwise a low back treatment device.  However freeing up the upper and middle back and rib cage takes a lot of load off a low back problem.

Cheers, Steve August (B.A.,Dip.Physio.).

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fixed my costochondritis overnight!
*by M***P on June 2, 2021*

I love this product. I love the way Steve August (the inventor) figured out and explains costochondritis - it makes sense. It's about the ribs, not inflammation or nerve pain. I developed costo in 2006 after being prescribed lisinopril, which caused severe coughing, for months. This, in turn, froze up my back ribs and ligaments. At the beginning, my severe chest pain and trouble breathing led to several ER trips in an ambulance, siren on, taking corners on rails. But after all the doctors had done all their cardiac and lung tests, and found nothing, they simply sent me home, unable to explain my pain, and worse, unwilling to help me manage it. I suffered untreated for 2 years when we moved to a new state and I found a pain doctor there who explained I had costochondritis and did prescribe for me. The pain meds were the only thing that gave me any kind of relief. Tylenol didn't work, nor Advil. Over the next 13 years (15 years total), I've developed kidney failure, lung failure, diabetes I, epilepsy and a host of other complex and rare medical conditions. I've attributed so much of my immobility and pain moving to simply being on dialysis. I've attributed my shortness of breath to my lung problems. Enter the Backpod. I ordered this because I'm having a terrible time right now getting pain meds sorted out and I've come to the conclusion that the doctors are not going to help me. I have to help myself. So I reopened my research into this condition. As it turns out, the Backpod now exists - which was not true when I first got costo. This device works to open up spaces between your ribs and move the ligaments between them. I used it for 2 minutes on each side the first night I got it. The next morning I woke up pain-free. It was UNREAL! I haven't had a pain-free morning in over 15 years. I wake up every morning reaching out for my oxys, because I know I need them. My AM pain is always that bad. It's now Day 6 of using the Backpod, plus I've started physical therapy in hopes that the PTs can help me maximize my results and optimize my therapy, which they have so far been very good at. In just 6 days - still NO PAIN!! That first morning I woke up, I took a shower and realized I had so much more REACH in both shoulders, and the same when I was toweling off. So I did some shoulder rolls and I could just hear my upper rib bones crackling right down from the top to the bottom, so I could tell they were loosening up. It felt great! Costo is a horrible condition to try to live with. It limits you in so many ways - mobility, ability to do chores, cook, shop, spend time with loved ones, go out, sit up for any lengths of time - and for me, I'm realizing all of this disability was due to the costo, not my kidneys or lungs. I thought all this time I was just stuck with it. The Backpod is super easy to use. You just lay down on it. You can put it behind you while you lean back on a stack of pillows and watch TV in bed. Then you can move it around - up, down, more to the middle, wherever it feels the best is probably where you need it most. It doesn't require any batteries or charging, and only very little maintenance. My puppy did try to chew on it, but I caught him in time. The big dog just licks it. I don't mind, as long as they don't destroy the thing. Being on disability, a $68.00 cost is high for me, but I decided to go for it and see if I can get myself into a position to start tapering off my pain meds under medical supervision. I had my first narcotic free day yesterday, and I was shocked. I didn't even think about taking any meds. I would so much rather invest this money here and stop having to go to a pain doctor monthly, and stop having my energy and ability to focus be affected by my oxys than stay on pain meds and not have a solution. I never thought I'd ever get better from anything again - all of my medical issues are chronic, and some degenerative. But this one, I cured. I did it by myself, with the help of Steve August, and I did it in a matter of days, after 15 years of hell. If you're in hell from costo, the Backpod is your way out!!! I only wish Steve August's information would infiltrate the medical community here in the US. Doctors here are so stubborn about insisting on what they heard once upon a. time, and they don't do much research as they continue to treat you to see if they can find you a cure. We have to heal ourselves. Thank you to Steve August for paving the way for those of us with costochondritis to do that!!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Weird little thing that really works!
*by L***R on December 1, 2025*

Strange concept that actually works! Helps release knotted muscles. Interesting device which provides a unique stretch for the ribcage and sternum. While it is awkward, initially, your body does relax and give in to the pod. It feels like a reset. There are detailed instructions with the product. Once I figured it out, I really like this product.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product
*by W***O on January 11, 2026*

Very good high quality product that works well for costochondritis and back pain/stiffness

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