By stretching your chest and shoulders, this posture corrector will help return your posture to a more natural position and open up the front side of your body. The comfortable shoulder straps will help you wear this corrector for long periods of time, and the soft material is easily disguised with clothing. This product is available to both men and women and uses hook and loop straps to provide a comfortable and stable fit. Since it’s made out of neoprene, it’s very breathable, soft, and lightweight. The back buckle is easily adjusted while remaining secure and is very simple to put on and take off. Pros:
Can be worn under clothesComfortableHook and loop for a more adjustable fit
Cons:
Focus is only on the shoulder and chestNot for all body typesNot machine washable
Along with helping to pull your shoulders back for a better alignment, this product will also help to correct an improper spine alignment. One of the most valuable parts of this posture corrector is a booklet included that offers tips for improving posture via exercise, one of the best ways to fix posture long term. While this product can work as physical therapy and help with back pain and scoliosis, it’s pretty bulky and not particularly discreet. You won’t be able to wear this under your clothes or throughout your daily life. For under $20 this is a reasonable deal and middle-of-the-road for this list. Pros:
Booklet provides additional informationCushioned strapsWide variety of sizes
Cons:
Bulky and cannot be worn under clothes Weak stitching
This posture corrector is designed in a simple figure-eight shape with soft, adjustable straps. You can wear it over your shirt, but it can also fit underneath your clothing as well – you simply slide it on like you would a backpack and it will start to do its job. The brace is made out of very breathable neoprene which makes it soft, lightweight, and fairly comfortable. It will mostly work to pull your shoulders back and train them into an upright position, but also provides mid to upper back support, along with neck support. At a price of just under $25, this brace is slightly more expensive than some of the other options, but not enough to knock it down on this list. Pros:
Breathable material with padding for comfort Can wear under clothesIncluded resistance band
Cons:
Can be uncomfortable depending on the buildManual wash only
Easily worn on top of or underneath your clothing, this posture corrector is very discreet. Since it’s made of neoprene, it is lightweight, soft, and comfortable. Resembling a figure eight, you simply slide this onto your upper back one arm at a time and adjust for comfort level. Your shoulders should start to pull back into an upright position and pressure should be taken off your back, neck, shoulder, and clavicles. Pros:
Durable stitchingHelps reduce painUse for only 1-2 hours per day for results
Cons:
Difficult to take offNot for larger body frames
This brace is made out of thick, soft elastic bands that are machine washable. It is a little bit more difficult to put on than some of the other options on this list, but far from impossible. You simply slide your arms through like a backpack, then pull down the front two straps to activate the posture correction, and then velcro the straps along your ribcage. This product is one of the more discreet options and can easily be worn underneath clothing. By looping over the shoulders, this product eliminates the possibility of underarm chafing. One downside is the cost of this brace – at around $60, it is the most expensive product on this list. Pros:
Machine washableNo underarm chafingDifferent color and size options
Cons:
Difficult to put onPrice
Whatever product you ultimately choose, it’s important to remember that it’s only a brace, not a permanent cure. It can only help to improve posture while you wear it. If you have concerns about your posture or are experiencing pain related to it, then you should see a chiropractor. When you take off the corrector, you may go right back to slouching, so it’s more of a tool toward training your body to improve posture as opposed to outright fixing it. The best ways to improve posture are by making small changes throughout your day and exercising the muscles responsible for maintaining posture.
