TriggerPoint Grid Foam Roller - Multi-Density Exterior, Rigid Core - Trusted by Therapists and Athletes - Standard Density, Includes Online Instructional Videos

Just a few short years ago, the first port of call for any medical problem would be your Doctor, with perhaps a glance into a medical encyclopaedia first. These days, before seeking professional help, it's common practice to try some 'self-help' first and trawl the internet to see how other people have tackled the same problem and if you've been missing anything in terms of medication or exercise techniques.I suffered a trapped nerve in my neck around six months ago and went first to the Doctor who prescribed an anti-depressant (I'm not depressed, but they apparently relax the nerves). When that failed, I started with a private chiropractor. He detected some issues with my spine and over a period of some weeks, pushed and prodded me back into shape. The trapped nerve, however, persisted. I eventually wound up with an NHS physiotherapist and some weeks later, was given the all clear.Two weeks ago, the exact same thing recurred. The pain at night is intense, so I searched the internet to try and find something that might help relieve the problem. That's when I found the Trigger Point Grid Foam Roller at Amazon. The price struck me as fairly high, but the reviews were so positive and I was so desperate for help, that I was willing to try anything if I thought it might offer me some relief. When I first opened the package, I will admit to being slightly underwhelmed. The product is basically a rigid plastic cylinder, wrapped in a foam grid and my initial reaction was that £35 seemed a lot of money for such a simple looking product. Not that it's unattractive - the product is all in black with the inside of the plastic tube coloured bright green. The foam outer is in the form of a grid, with raised areas and channels running between them. It is apparently the channels that allow more blood flow when exercising and thus speed up any recovery.The first time I used it, I concentrated on the back and neck. I simply put the roller on the floor, laid on top of it and then rolled it underneath me, up and down my spine. The roller is very firm and at times, could actually be described as slightly painful, but the interesting thing was that I could feel and hear vertebrae 'clicking' back into place, which is exactly what any chiropractor would do. When I'd finished, my back was tingling all over, as if I'd had a really good massage. It was at this point that I knew I'd made the right purchase. At £35, the cost is exactly the same as a 15 minute session with my chiropractor and when viewed in that light, the price suddenly starts to look much more reasonable. I'm not suggesting for one minute that this product should replace sound medical advice, but in terms of self-help, I think it's outstanding.I'm now using the roller every couple of days and although my trapped nerve hasn't quite disappeared, it is much better. My spine also feels much stronger and as someone who has suffered back pain in the past, I'm in no doubt that used regularly, this will help to keep my back in good order. I've also been using it on my shoulders, by lying on it slightly to one side and working the areas in the same way as the back, and also as a warm down after playing squash, by running my calves and thighs over the roller which definitely reduces stiffness the following day.You don't need to be an athlete to use the Trigger Point Grid Foam Roller, but you do need some core strength to raise your body off the floor with the roller underneath your back and to then use your legs to power your body up and down the roller. Before buying, I'd suggest watching the YouTube videos that are available to determine that it's going to be suitable for you.I'm hugely impressed with the Trigger Point Grid Foam Roller. It's one of those products that just does what it claims to do and also one you can't truly appreciate until you've tried it for a period of time. It feels extremely well made and I would expect it to last me for a number of years. Even with my full body weight on the roller, it feels incredibly strong and secure. I'm just so glad I found it. My chiropractor may feel differently.

I've used many foam rollers in the past, but none have come close to the quality and effectiveness of the TriggerPoint foam roller. Unlike other rollers that tend to wear out quickly or feel flimsy, this one is built with solid, durable materials that hold up incredibly well, even after regular use. It offers the perfect combination of firmness and comfort, making it easy to target those stubborn knots and release muscle tension.

I roll my upper back on this every day and while you might hear the odd crack (from your back, not the roller) it feels amazing, like it's rolling out the knots and stress of the day. It's also good for the hips and upper legs. It comes with an instruction sheet with how to use on various parts of the body. It's good quality and in my opinion, worth paying the extra few quid for a quality product that will last and with the right type of foam which is essential. I also have a yoga ball that I've had for years which is also really good for stretching after sitting at a desk all day but this foam roller feels like a deep massage and I believe, helps with posture. I honestly wouldn't want to be without it.

At first glance this was smaller than I expected however it does the job well. Already seeing major improvements in pain relief (especially my back) and the product is extremely sturdy and has great durability. It also comes with an A3 poster of foam rolling stretches which was really useful for me. The material is absolutely perfect. It’s not too hard like the other cheap knock-offs you can find and it’s not too soft. Overall, it has a really nice premium feel to it and although it may be more expensive than other foam rollers this one here is the best on the market. Don’t go for the other cheap knock-offs (they can give you more pain than relief)

Okay, so this is probably not the cheapest foam roller you'll find on Amazon but take my word on this, it is the best one by a mile. I have two of these at my local gym, so already knew what they are like to use and the quality of them, but I was still a bit sceptical. In my mind, you were just paying for the brand and so initially I opted for one of the many other foam rollers on Amazon around the £15 mark. I mean, how hard can it be to put some foam on a PVC tube? How wrong I was!I won't bore you with the negatives of other products, but instead, I'll focus on the positives of this one. Arguably, the best thing about this product is the quality and quantity of the foam itself. It won't compress over time and is just right in terms of delivering a firm massage which you would not get if the thing was coated in foam. The strength of the tube is another plus, as it appears to be a lot stronger than other products. You only have to filter through the reviews both on Amazon and elsewhere to see very few (if any) complaints about the tube cracking under the weight of a person. People weighing 100kg+ have had no problems using this with their full bodyweight on it, so I think this shows there is very little to worry about.In terms of using the product, I have found it works better on hard floors vs. carpet, but the performance is still good if carpet is all that is available.Finally, you get a nice little instruction booklet with it that doubles as a wall-chart showing some of the exercises you can do with it. It came well packaged but had minimal waste to throw away, which is always good to see.

Best roller ever

This exercise roller has been a game changer for my recovery routine post running. It is built well to support whole body exercises and stretches. Definitely worth it for anyone looking to improve mobility, reduce muscle tightness and most importantly prevent injuries.