Gokhale Stretchsit® Cushion – Sitzkissen für aufrechtes Sitzen

Sit tall without effort. The Stretchsit® Cushion turns almost any chair or car seat into a place where your lower back gently lengthens instead of slumping. It is the seating aid of the Gokhale Method® and is made for anyone who spends a lot of time at a desk, at the dining table or behind the wheel.

Not a lumbar support

A conventional lumbar support pushes the lower back forward and increases its curve. The Stretchsit® Cushion sits higher up, below your shoulder blades. Its grippy nubs hold your back in a lengthened position as you lean back, so your lower back is gently stretched rather than compressed.

Benefits

• Gentle stretch while you sit: The nubs keep your back long while you lean back and relax, with no muscular effort needed.
• Natural posture: Supports an upright, relaxed sitting position based on the Gokhale Method®.
• Fits almost any seat: Office chair, dining chair, car seat or wheelchair. Two extension straps adapt it to wide backrests.
• All-day use: At the office, working from home, on long drives or on the plane.
• Light and portable: Only 230 g (8.1 oz) and 24 × 20.5 cm (9.5 × 8 in). It fits in any bag.
• Durable build: Firm foam core, hard-wearing polyester cover and textured, non-slip nubs.

How to use it

Setup: Strap the cushion to the backrest with the nubs facing forward. It should sit below your shoulder blades. On car seats and tall backrests, loop the strap around the headrest. For wide backrests, use the extension straps.

1. Lengthen your lower back: Sit a little away from the backrest. Use your fists to gently push your lower ribs down and in. Your ribcage pivots slightly forward and your lower back lengthens.
2. Stretch a little longer: Keep your ribs down. Place your hands on the seat and push down to give your spine a little more length.
3. Maintain the length: In this position, relax back against the cushion. The nubs hold your back and you will feel a gentle stretch in your lower back.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Don't arch your back: Arching compresses the lower back instead of lengthening it. Keep the front of your ribcage down.
• Don't overstretch: About 1 cm (½ in) of lengthening is enough. The cushion works through gentle, steady traction. Less is more.
• Don't position it too high: The cushion belongs below your shoulder blades so your shoulders can stay relaxed.

The videos below show each step.

Specifications

FAQ

Will it fit my chair?
It fits office chairs, dining chairs, car seats, wheelchairs and most other seats with a backrest. The attachment strap and the two extension straps adapt it to different backrests.

Can I use it in the car?
Yes. Loop the strap around the headrest and adjust the height so the cushion sits below your shoulder blades. Many customers like it in cars whose headrests tilt far forward.

Does it take practice?
Yes, a little. This way of sitting differs from a conventional back support. Take some time at first to go through the three steps above and watch the videos. After a short adjustment period it becomes second nature.

Is the cushion soft?
No, it is deliberately firm. That is what lets the nubs hold your back and create the gentle stretch.

How is it different from a regular back cushion?
Most back cushions support the lower back and push it forward. The Stretchsit® Cushion sits higher up and holds your back with friction, so your lower back stays long as you lean back.

How do I clean it?
The cushion is hand wash only. Please do not put it in the washing machine.

Does it replace medical treatment?
No. The Stretchsit® Cushion is a seating aid, not a medical device. If you have persistent discomfort, please consult your doctor.

Videos

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