Dr. Black’s Recommended Products

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TriggerPoint Grid 1.0 Foam Roller

Highly Recommend

This foam roller provides a deeper release into tight muscles and helps with soreness and recovery after a workout.

foam roller with ridges

Amazon Basics High Density Foam Roller for Exercise and Recovery

This foam roller provides a lighter release into tight muscles that a more ridged foam rollers may be too painful for. This is better for people who struggle with more intense muscle tightness and soreness.

foam roller

Yansyi Muscle Roller Stick for Athletes

A simple tool that boosts mobility, reduces stiffness, and keeps your muscles feeling their best. Really great for athletes on the go and need to get warmed up before practice or a game.

Hand massage roller for muscle tightness and sports performance

Massage Lacrosse Balls for Myofascial Release

Highly Recommend

A lacrosse ball helps release tight muscles, reduce pain, and improve mobility by targeting deep trigger points.

Lacrosse Ball for pain relief

GENIANI Large Electric Heating Pad for Back Pain & Cramps Relief

This heating pad is great for low back pain and menstrual cramps.

Be sure to only use this product for 15-20 minutes in the affected area.

A black heating pad with a remote control resting on top, a white power cord attached

NIUONSIX Heating Pad for Neck, Shoulders & Back

This is a great option for people who have muscle tension in their neck an shoulders. There is a link between tension headaches and these tight surrounding muscles.

Be sure to only use this product for 15-20 minutes in the affected area.

neck heating pad for pain, heat wrap

CooCoCo Shoulder Ice Pack Rotator Cuff Cold Therapy Wrap

This product is great for patients who have shoulder pain or are recovering from a shoulder procedure (ie. rotator cuff surgery).

Be sure to only use this product for 15-20 minutes in the affected area.

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TheraICE Migraine Relief Cap, Soothing Headache Hat Ice Pack Mask

Highly Recommend

This product was created for patients who deal with migraines or any type of headaches. Covering all the referral points of a headache this makes it the perfect headache relief tool.

Be sure to only use this product for 15-20 minutes in the affected area.

migraine relief head sock

THERABAND Resistance Bands Set

THERABANDs are great for rehabilitative purposes and creates optimal results when recovering from an injury or trying to strengthen and area.

Older woman stretching with a green resistance band in a gym or fitness studio.

Marcy Strength Training Wrist and Forearm Developer/Strengthener

This product is highly recommended for athletes and individuals in sports that require strong, stable wrists. It’s also an excellent aid for post-injury recovery and rehabilitation of the surrounding muscles and joints.

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RESTCLOUD Neck and Shoulder Relaxer

This product should be used for cervical curvature correction and neck tension relief. Great for people who work desk jobs or feel constant shoulder and neck tightness.

Beginner use: 1 - 3 minutes

Advanced use: 15 - 20 minutes

Progress one minute per day.

Box for a Flex Fitness Neck Corrector cervical spine stretcher with features like high-density foam, ergonomic design, 6 massage nodes, V-shaped curvature, and one size fits all.

KT Tape, Pro Synthetic Kinesiology Athletic Tape

Highly Recommend

KT Tape use is great for athletes and patients who suffer from upper cross syndrome. Benefits include pain relief, support without restricting range of motion, and improve circulation and healing.

If skin reacts to tape, remove and discontinue.

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Provides a cooling agent to help relieve pain from inflammation.

If skin reacts to tape, remove and discontinue.

KT Tape, Pro Ice, Menthol Infused Kinesiology Athletic Tape

Breathe Right Nasal Strips

Nasal strips are small adhesive bands worn across the nose that gently open the nasal passages to improve airflow. They’re useful for people with congestion, snoring, or athletes looking for easier breathing during activity.

nasal strips to breath better

Bodyprox Elbow Brace 2 Pack for Tennis & Golfer's Elbow Pain Relief

This is great for patients suffering from elbow pain. This product provides relief of pain and can help to support the elbow while playing sports that aggravate this area.

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Bracoo Knee Support Brace for Men & Women

A knee brace provides support and stability to the knee joint, helping reduce strain during movement. They’re especially useful for people recovering from injury, managing knee pain, or needing extra support during sports and physical activity.

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Lumbar support for office chairs to support your low back while you sit at a desk for long period of time. It is important to keep the back supported and promote good lumbar curvature.

Everlasting Comfort Lumbar Support Pillow for Office Chair

Highly Recommend

ergonomic lumbar support pillow, office lumbar support, back pain support

Everlasting Comfort Doctor Recommended Memory Foam Seat Cushion

Highly Recommend

A seat cushion can improve posture, reduce back pain, and enhance comfort, making it ideal for office workers, students, or anyone who spends long hours sitting.

chair cushion, low back pain, office chair seat cushion

Purple Back Cushion

Highly Recommend

Lumbar support for office chairs to support your low back while you sit at a desk for long period of time. It is important to keep the back supported and promote good lumbar curvature.

ergonomic lumbar support pillow, office lumbar support, back pain support

Momcozy Pregnancy Pillows for Sleeping

Pregnancy pillow helps to support the belly while sleeping at night. While it can be so hard to find a comfortable position to sleep this is a great way to promote happy and healthy sleep.

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How to Choose the Right Pillow

Sleep Position Ideal Pillow Characteristics

Side Sleeper High loft, firm: latex or water-based

Back Sleeper Medium loft, ergonomic contour or latex

Stomach Sleeper Low loft, soft to medium (possibly ergonomic but slim)

Purple Harmony Pillow

Highly Recommend

The Purple Harmony pillow is designed to provide customized support and pressure relief for your head and neck for a better night’s sleep. It’s ideal for anyone looking to improve comfort, reduce neck pain, and wake up feeling refreshed.

Best fit for back and side sleepers.

pillows for back sleeper, side sleeper, stomach sleeper

This is the travel sized version of the Purple Harmony Pillow so you can bring it with you for someone who is always on the go.

Best fit for back and side sleepers.

Purple Harmony Anywhere Pillow

Purple Pillow

Highly Recommend

Its design features a 3-inch layer of GelFlex Grid, providing responsive support that adapts to your head and neck, promoting proper spinal alignment. Additionally, the pillow includes two removable booster layers, allowing you to adjust the loft to your preferred height

Best fit for back and stomach sleepers.

pillows for back sleeper, side sleeper, stomach sleeper

Ultra Pain Relief Cooling Pillow for Neck Support

Highly Recommend for people who need more support in their neck.

An ergonomic contour memory foam pillow with a cooling, breathable cover and adjustable cervical design that supports the natural curve of your neck to help relieve pain and improve sleep comfort. It’s odorless and features a hollow-concave shape to keep your head and spine properly aligned throughout the night

Best fit for stomach, back and side sleepers.

Purple Restore Mattress (Firm)

Highly Recommend

Price Varies Based on Mattress Size

Top rated mattresses and doctor recommended products, individuals with lower back pain needing spinal support, and heavier sleepers who require a stable surface to maintain proper alignment.

Best fit for back and stomach sleepers.

Mattress firm, mattress soft, mattress for good sleep

Hyperice Hypervolt 2 Black

The HyperIce massage gun delivers targeted percussive therapy to relieve sore muscles, improve circulation, and speed up recovery. It’s great for athletes, active individuals, or anyone dealing with muscle tension and stiffness.

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Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2

Highly Recommend

The HyperIce massage gun delivers targeted percussive therapy to relieve sore muscles, improve circulation, and speed up recovery. It’s great for athletes, active individuals, or anyone dealing with muscle tension and stiffness.

Cheaper due to less attachments.

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TOLOCO Massage Gun

Provides percussive therapy to help relax tight muscles, reduce soreness, and improve blood flow. It’s ideal for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, or anyone needing fast, effective muscle recovery.

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FLEXISPOT EN1 One-Piece Standing Desk

Highly Recommend

A standing desk allows you to alternate between sitting and standing while working, promoting better posture and reducing strain on your back and neck. It’s great for anyone looking to stay active, improve focus, and reduce the negative effects of prolonged sitting.

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