Pivotal Therapy 1950 Occipivot, Shape

This product is amazing!!!!!! I've suffered for years with seasonal allergies, including constant sinus congestion/pressure, eye pain, and severe headaches that would last for days. I'm an osteopathic medical student ("DO") & have learned both in school and through personal experience about the importance of myofascial (muscle connective tissue) release, which is the principle that the Occipivot is based on. Specifically, this product uses the "suboccipital release" technique (also known as "OA" or 'occipito-atlanto release") to relieve tension at the base of the skull. This technique helps to both alleviate headaches & improve lymphatic flow (ie, allow sinus congestion to drain from your head). I've been using this product almost daily (at least 10-15min per day) and have been able to significantly cut back on the amount of Zyrtec that I take (which used to be daily). I also rarely get headaches now and don't feel near as much pressure in my sinuses (especially behind my eyes) as I did prior to using the Occipivot. In addition, I frequently use the Occipivot to relieve muscle spasms in my back (added bonus!).Before purchasing this product, I looked at several other comparable brands/models and noticed that many of the reviews on those products mentioned that the device was too hard and uncomfortable. This Occipivot has some cushion to it but it still firm enough to effectively relieve myofascial tension. You have the option of using it two different ways -- one with the angled support side on your neck and the other with the support side toward your head. I use it both ways to target different areas depending on where the worst tension is. I'd recommend that if you've never used any type of product like this one and/or never had any osteopathic manipulation treatments that you start with the support side towards your head. The easiest way to find a good placement point is to start with the two elevated points (the ones the point toward the ceiling) on your skull (more towards the base), and then slowly slide the Occipivot downward towards your neck just until you feel the "drop off" point of your skull-- this is where the tense myofascial tissue connects to your skull. It may be slightly uncomfortable at first, but this is because your tissue is most likely very tense. You can try starting out with shorter treatment times spaced out throughout the day and work your way up to being able to rest on the Occipivot for longer periods of time. I hope this explanation makes sense and that you get the relief that you deserve! Allergies and headaches are horrible to have to live with, but I swear by this product and have seen a huge change in how I feel since using it.