A lot We’re slouches. We hunch over our desks 40 hours a week and lean awkwardly into our phones the rest of the time. If reading this only made you adjust your shoulders, it’s time to work on your posture, because poor posture doesn’t just cause temporary pain and stiffness, it could permanently affect your health. our back health.
After seeing too many pictures of myself with horrible slouching (shoulders all hunched up, stomach somehow pushed forward while hips are pushed back), I’m left wondering why anyone has ever voluntarily talked to me in public. Good posture doesn’t come naturally to me, so I decided to do something about it.
These are the best posture correctors we’ve tested. None of these options will fix your problems overnight, and while they may be uncomfortable at first, they shouldn’t cause you pain. Start by wearing them for 10 to 20 minutes a day and increase the time as you go (and follow the product’s instructions). If you have severe back pain, a hunchback, or scoliosis, talk to your doctor before trying any posture corrector.
Updated July 2024: We added our new favorite laptop stand from Branch and more information about the Forme Power Bra.
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Our research and testing
I’ve been trying out posture correctors since 2020, including devices that vibrate when you slouch, lumbar supports, and shoulder straps. Whatever the product, I use it every day for at least two weeks, following the instructions to the letter (you should usually start with just 10 minutes a day).
After trying devices that remind you to sit up straight, as well as braces that force the user into the correct position, I think it’s clear that the former option is best. You don’t want to make things worse by relying on something that actually weakens your muscles instead of learning new habits. That doesn’t mean braces are never an option, and we have more information on how to use them below. But consider trying the Upright Go first, and if you work at a desk, create a proper ergonomic setup.