Coccyx cushion or back rest for long sitting
By Humable Ortho Insights team · Last updated · 2 min read
Long hours of sitting at a desk, on a sofa or in a car can leave you sore in two different places: the tailbone, or the lower back. The right seat aid depends on which one.
Memory foam coccyx cushion
The Humable Memory Foam Coccyx Cushion Seat is a seat cushion made for tailbone discomfort. Memory foam moulds slowly to your shape and spreads weight over a larger area, which can reduce pressure at the tailbone. It is described as holding its shape and not flattening out, and has a premium polyester cover.
Back rest
The Humable Back Rest is an ergonomic foam back support with an adjustable strap and a breathable cover. It supports the natural curve of the lower back and stays on the chair, so it does not slip down.
| Coccyx cushion | Back rest | |
|---|---|---|
| Helps | Tailbone pressure | Lower-back strain |
| Goes | On the seat | Against the chair back |
| Use at | Office, home, travel | Office, car, home |
How to use them
- Place the cushion with the cut-out at the back, where your tailbone sits
- Sit with your hips back against the chair, and put the back rest at your lower back
- Keep your feet flat on the floor
- Stand up and move every 30 minutes or so
Using both
If you have both tailbone soreness and a tired lower back, many people use the cushion and the back rest together.
See a doctor if
- Tailbone pain started after a fall
- Pain is severe or does not settle
- Pain spreads down a leg, or you feel numbness or weakness
Frequently asked questions
Is a coccyx cushion good for tailbone pain?
It can ease pressure on the tailbone and make long sitting more comfortable. Pain after a fall or that does not settle needs a doctor's assessment.
Which way round does the coccyx cushion go?
With the cut-out at the back, where your tailbone sits.
Can I use the Back Rest in a car?
Yes. The adjustable strap holds it in place on a car seat, an office chair or a sofa.
Can I use a cushion and a back rest together?
Yes, many people do if they have both tailbone soreness and a tired lower back.
What are they made of?
The cushion is memory foam with a polyester cover. The back rest is foam with a breathable polyester cover.
Products mentioned in this article
Humable supports are wellness products, not medical devices. They are not a substitute for medical care and are not intended to diagnose any condition. If you have a diagnosed condition, a recent injury, or pain that is severe or getting worse, please consult a qualified doctor.
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