Body Back Company BODY BACK BUDDY User manual
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Original 1995 Body Back Buddy designed by Paul Nash
Introducing the Body Back BuddyTM
While in massage school in 1995, I experienced rsthand the numer-
ous benets of applying direct pressure to tight, sore and knotted
muscles: noticeable relief, more exibility and better circulation. I
later noticed many of my clients needed a way to manage their pain
between visits. I began the process of creating a tool that would
comfortably and effectively treat any muscle, be lightweight, versatile,
affordable and simple enough for anyone to use. You are holding in
your hand the result of this process.
We are a family-run business committed to promoting global wellness
one person at a time, by offering only the best massage tools avail-
able. With nearly a million Body Back Buddys sold worldwide and over
3000 5-star veried purchase reviews on Amazon, the Body Back
Buddy has set a standard for personal pain relief that few others can
match. When we hear remarkable stories from folks like you, it makes
our work very rewarding indeed! Please know you are the best part of
our business.
Welcome to our Body Back Buddy family
and be well!
Paul Nash, CMT, NMT
Designer of the Body Back Buddy
How the Body Back Buddy Works
The Body Back Buddy’s open design and natural shape allow you to
reach all muscle groups of the body: back, neck, shoulders, chest,
arms, hands, buttocks, hips, legs and feet. By varying the amount of
pressure applied and the angle at which it is directed, you can release
tight, spastic, knotted muscles. You control the amount of pressure
and determine the exact spot that requires treatment. Even with mini-
mal strength and effort you can treat areas that are virtually impossible
to reach without the Body Back Buddy.
How to Use Your Body Back Buddy
Hook the Body Back Buddy over your shoulder or around your side to
treat hard to reach areas of the back, neck and shoulders. Hold it com-
fortably by the handles or the frame so that the therapy knob touches
the affected muscle. Push away from your body with your lower or
outside hand while guiding the therapy knob with the upper or inside
hand. This leveraging technique creates self-directed pressure to the
targeted muscle. You can also use the Body Back Buddy to apply
healing pressure to many other parts of the body such as your legs,
arms, feet, chest and hips. Its versatility allows you to approach each
muscle from many angles in creative ways.
Use the images in this guide to give you good ideas on how to reach
all parts of your body, but please don’t limit yourself to the positions
shown! Since there are so many ways to use the Body Back Buddy,
take a moment to experiment and nd out what works best for you.
Use it standing, sitting, lying down or with a partner. Visit our website
for more in depth instruction: www.bodyback.com
On each Body Back Buddy you will nd three styles
of therapy knobs; a dull rounded one intended for
broader surface massage; a pointed type which will let
you accurately penetrate deeper into a specic area;
and the two dull nubs [(4) & (6)] located on the center
of the tool are specically designed to massage the
upper buttocks and back on either side of the spine.
The Body Back Buddy’s design oers two dierent sized S-hooks
and 11 strategically placed therapy knobs. The varied size of the
S-hooks oer a fully customizable massage experience.
Knobs 1 & 11 oer you either soft or deep
massage anywhere on your body, especially
shoulder and back; 2 & 10 are ideally placed
for foot reexology and massage; 8 & 9 are
perfect for massaging the neck up to the
base of the skull; with 3, 5 & 7 being general
purpose knobs.
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11 point massage tool
6.
4.
Ideally positioned for the
low back muscles
Spaced to treat muscles on
back of neck
8. 9.
3.
Multi-use knob for chest,
neck, back, buttocks and legs
10.
Highly effective for foot
reflexology
11.
ʻThe perfect pointʼ for
direct, deep, pressure to all
parts of the body
For general thumb point
pressure
1.
5.
Multi-use knob for neck,
back, buttocks and legs
Ridges engineered
for strength
Lightweight, durable, natural
“S” shape design
Multi-use knob for neck, back, buttocks and legs
7.
Pointed knob simulates the
action of the elbows of a
massage therapist
2.
Great for accessing the shoulders
and for foot reflexology
7.
5.
1.
2.
3.
4.
6.
8.
9.
10.
11.
7 point massage tool
The Body Back Buddy Junior’s design oers two dierent
sized hooks and 7strategically placed therapy knobs. The
varied size of the hooks and massage knobs provide a fully
customizable massage experience you can take with you
anywhere.
On each Body Back Buddy Junior you will nd two types
of therapy knobs; the dull rounded ones are intended for
broader surface massage while the two dull nubs [(4) & (6)]
located at the center of the tool are specically designed to
massage the upper buttocks and back along either side of
the spine.
Knob 1is specially designed to access your shoulder and back
but oers powerful massage throughout your body; knob 2
is ideally placed for foot access as well as supporting general
body massage; knob 3, when not being used as a handle, is
used for direct localized pressure; knob 5 is an all purpose
massager, great for thighs and calves; lastly the 7th, called
the crook knob, oers deep tissue penetrating massage.
5.
1.
2.
3.
4.
6.
7.
2.
Great for accessing the
shoulders and for foot
reflexology
For general thumb point
pressure
1.
Multi-use knob for neck,
back, buttocks and legs
5.
6.
4.
Ideally positioned for the
low back muscles
7.
ʻThe perfect pointʼ for
direct, deep, pressure to all
parts of the body
3.
Multi-use knob for chest,
neck, back, buttocks and legs
How Much Pressure to Apply
Place the therapy knob on the sore muscle and apply what you
consider to be a comfortable amount of pressure. When this muscle
compression is released it stimulates a therapeutic response. How
much pressure to apply varies from one person to another—deep and
intense, or gentle and relaxing. However, only apply as much pressure
as you feel comfortable with. More pressure is not necessarily better!
How Long to Apply Pressure
Ten to thirty seconds is normally enough time to elicit a therapeutic re-
sponse in the muscle. Applying too much pressure for too long causes
the body to treat the pressure as an intrusion. For maximum results
return to the treated area three to four times each session.
The Healing Process
Restoring health to dysfunctional muscles is a step-by-step process.
The rst step entails releasing the muscle’s tightness and hyper
contraction. This is the purpose of the Body Back Buddy. Be sure to
stretch and hydrate your muscles so they regain their natural strength,
elasticity and pliability. For long-term muscle health and strength,
exercise and stretching are crucial. Finally, it is important to correct
improper body mechanics and/or poor posture that
can contribute to muscular problems.
Trigger points
are tight, tender,
contracted muscle
bers, which emit
pain. Applying
sustained pressure
with the Body Back
Buddy to a trigger
point causes the
pain-spasm cycle
to be interrupted.
When the pressure
is released, you will
feel the muscle let
go as fresh oxygen-
ated blood rushes
in to cleanse the
tissue releasing the
muscle contraction.
Reexology is an ancient science based on the premise that there are
points in the feet that relate to every organ and all parts and systems
of the body. Applying pressure with the Body Back Buddy to these
reex areas results in the reduction of stress, which in turn promotes
positive changes in the body.
Foot Reflexology
Trigger Points
Visit our website bodyback.com for a more detailed explanation of trigger points and
reexology points and how to treat them.
We offer two sizes of Buddys to t all body types. While the original Body Back Buddy
is designed to accomodate most people, we have designed the Body Back Buddy Jr.
to address smaller frames and also offer a great traveling companion. Both tools offer
the same great massage with the Junior simply having 7 knobs versus the Body Back
Buddy’s 11. Instruction and use are the same for both tools. Be creative, have fun, explore
what your Buddy can do for you.
Specications:
• L: 26.5”
• W: 16”
• H: 1”
• Wt: 1.25 lbs.
• 11 knobs
Specications:
• L: 23.5”
• W: 14”
• H: 1”
• Wt: .9 lbs.
• 7 knobs
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• Do not press directly on your spine or bones
• Do not massage areas of inammation or skin irritations
• Discontinue use if bruising occurs
• Overuse may cause undue soreness
• Do not allow children to use the Body Back Buddy as a toy
• For external use only
PRECAUTIONS
Questions? Problems? Help? Contact Us!
(800) 285-8957 • customerservice@bodyback.com
How Do You Like This Product?
As a small family owned business, we strive to design and manufacture the
highest quality self-massage tools we can provide.
We Value Your Feedback
We appreciate every customer comment and continually work to improve
our products and customer service.
Body Back Buddys are personal massage tools. Do not attempt to treat
serious medical ailments or injuries. Please consult with your physician or
health care provider if you have any questions about what treatment is best
for you.Body Back Company Inc. and its aflitates will not be held liable for
misuse of the Body Back Buddy.
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Ashland, Oregon
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LIFETIME WARRANTY
Terms and conditions
Body Back Company Inc., warrants to the original
purchaser that this product shall be free from any defects
in material or workmanship for the lifetime of the product.
Any Body Back Buddys found to be
defective will be replaced by Body Back Company Inc.
To satisfy a claim, all returns for in-warranty
replacements must be accompanied by proof of purchase.
• Warranty claims must be obtained directly from
Body Back Company customer service.
• Warranty is void if not purchased directly from
Body Back Company or an authorized retailer.
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