When will I see results?
You can feel a difference immediately. The most common feeling is relief and support. But that's not lasting change. That's just a good, temporary feeling.
Real, lasting change will come with more use done consistently. We recommend 6 minutes a day for 6 weeks. And it could look like this...
Week 1 - You may notice your posture more often even when you're not using Baxby. You may have some tired muscles after a few days of use. But likely no lasting results yet.
Weeks 2 to 3 - You may notice it's easier to engage with Baxby. Holding for 15 seconds might not be challenging anymore. You may notice slight changes at this time, especially if you do more than 6 minutes a day.
Weeks 4-6 - Most likely, you may start to notice changes in your posture and your strength during this time.
End of Week 6 - If you've been consistent, you may be sitting taller, walking taller, and experiencing benefits of better posture.
Just be honest...give it at least 6 minutes a day to see the change you want and need.
What is the science behind Baxby?
Baxby and the method to use Baxby are based on longstanding, proven principles of exercise science along with scientific research and clinical practice regarding how the body adapts to stimulation, both neural and muscular.
The approach is built on the concept that active engagement in proper posture (via isometric holding) strengthens the postural musculature leading to sustained posture improvements, not just temporary comfort.
The 6‑minute daily use aligns with the general exercise‑science guidance of ~40 minutes of stimulus per week to support muscular adaptation.
References
1 Physiopedia; https://www.physio-pedia.com/Neuromuscular_Adaptations_to_Exercise
2 Utah State University, Heart Extension; https://extension.usu.edu/heart/research/exercise-and-chronic-pain
3 National Library of Medicine; https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5461882/
4 Journal of Science in Sport and Exercise; https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s42978-019-0018-3
5 American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation; https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1016/j.pmrj.2012.10.007
6 National Strength and Conditioning Association; https://www.nsca.com/education/articles/kinetic-select/time-course-of-physiological-and-anatomical-changes/
7 Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25262525/
8 Journal of Exercise Rehab; https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4548678/
9 Science Alert; https://www.sciencealert.com/isometric-exercise-why-this-workout-regime-is-so-good-for-you
Does it really work?
Yes. Why else would we do this?!
Customers have told us they experienced fewer headaches, felt less muscle tension, and generally felt better overall. But your experience may not be the same. It could be better.
If you use Baxby correctly, and use it at least 6 minutes a day, you should expect that your body will change. You should get stronger in the correct position. And when you develop strength in the correct position, you should notice a reduction in tension among other benefits.
Baxby isn't the best solution for issues such as scoliosis or in cases where spinal injuries have occurred. It's also important to note that if you've had surgery on your spine, your results may not be as dramatic because typical methods of strengthening may not be as effective.
What does the Baxby cushion feel like?
Baxby is not meant to be the softest, cloud-like cushion that you melt into. That's not going to help you. And it's not dense, hard foam. It's premium memory foam with a specific density designed to hold up to a range of compressive forces. If you're curious, we spent time learning the durometer shore hardness scale. Pretty nerdy, but interesting.
It's meant to be comfortable, yet supportive, when leaned against.
Will the Baxby cushion fit in my car? On my office chair? At work? At home?
As long as the backrest of your chair reaches the top of your shoulders, it should fit.
Really thick chairs, like loungers or heavily cushioned/padded recliners are most likely too big for Baxby to fit around.