The world’s-first posture sensor and mobile posture coach hits the UK this week, as the LUMOback goes on sale with the aim of correcting a nation of slouchers and slumpers.
After spending two years in development, the innovative new posture belt utilises smart sensors and the very latest in mobile software and aims to have wearers all standing tall in no time.
The new creation comes in the form of a belt or strap, which is worn comfortably underneath or over clothes. When the wearer slouches, the sensor in the attached belt pack gently vibrates to remind them to sit or stand up straight. Gently encouraging users to alter their posture and make an effort not to slouch, the LUMOback will help to correct posture over time and can even help to combat a number of ailments that are associated with poor posture and stance.
Andrew Chang, co-founder, said: “Back problems due to poor posture are one of the most-common complaints at doctors’ surgeries and hospital walk-in centres all across the country, and in searching for an answer we quickly established there would be a huge market for this.
“In creating the LUMOback and helping to correct the posture of people across the country, we are hoping to positively transform the lives of all of our clients and free them from the restrictions that back pain often creates.”
The belt aims to get all users to assume ‘neutral posture’ as their default position. It achieves this by measuring pelvic tilt angle and encouraging the user to adjust their posture to guide it into the neutral alignment that is best for the body.
LUMOback is doctor approved by Dr Rajan Perkash, a specialist in managing spinal pain.
Not satisfied with simply creating a sensor that vibrated to discourage bad posture, the team also set out to offer users complete control over the LUMOback, as well as the ability to track their progress. By syncing the LUMOback with s free smartphone app, users can see how their posture has improved over time, and even track how many steps they have taken, how long they spent slouching, and how many calories they have burned in their daily life.
The LUMOback is available to buy online from Relax-UK priced at £129.95.
