Find the best posture correctors to keep you upright and help you avoid back, neck and shoulder pain

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Finding the best posture corrector can be a straightforward way to resolve ongoing back, neck and shoulder pain. These days many of us tend to spend too much time hunched up in front of a computer or generally slouching, and that along with poor sitting habits can put our spines into unnatural positions, resulting in pressure on our joints, muscles and vertebrae and leading to discomfort and pain across our backs.

With a posture corrector, though, you can re-educate your body to adopt more healthy standing and sitting habits, so that your spine's positioned in a more natural way. Most come in the form of vests and wearable straps that'll nudge you towards improved posture over a couple of weeks, while more advanced options will monitor your position and nag you if you slump into an unhealthy slouch. Note that these solutions won't work for everybody – see our guide to how (and if) posture correctors work for more information – and bear in mind that we're not doctors, so if you're troubled by chronic back pain you should definitely consult your GP.

As well as the best posture correctors there are other ways to improve your posture, and it could be helpful to try an assortment of strategies to get things straightened out. For a start, making sure you have the best mattress to support your spine at night, and during the day you might want to consider a standing desk and one of the best office chairs you can afford. 

There are cost implications with all of these products however, whereas many of the best posture correctors don't cost much at all, as you can see below. 

Although most of the best posture correctors consist of straps or braces that you wear round your back, there are a few techy options that are worth a look, too. And our favourite is the Upright GO 2 trainer. This clever little device can be positioned on your back with special adhesives or worn on a necklace, and improves greatly upon the original, discontinued Upright GO. Smaller and with more built-in sensors, it will monitor your posture for up to 30 hours. If it notices your posture could do with an improvement, it’ll gently vibrate, making you more mindful of how you’re sitting. Sound annoying? It is. But over time, as you'll discover in our Upright Go 2 review, it can help you develop better posture. Bear in mind you'll need to put in the hard work yourself, though. 

Developed in conjunction with the London Spine Clinic, the BACK Posture Hero pulls your shoulders back and straightens your spine to get you straightened up while reducing slouching and relieving back and neck pain. It's made with breathable, lightweight and comfortable materials in muted tones so that you can wear it under clothing without anyone noticing. It goes on like a backpack and is best worn for a few hours every day for a couple of weeks; after that you should have adjusted to your new and improved posture, and can carry on without it.

New to posture correctors? This product from Berlin & Daughter is a great choice for getting started. Lightweight yet well constructed, it offers a simple and straightforward way to train your muscle memory and improve your posture. This posture corrector is made up of two padded fixed-length straps plus a waist strap with Velcro, which you connect at the front, allowing you to adjust the pull on your shoulders. The reviews on Amazon and on the Berlin & Daughter site are largely very positive – the lower ratings are typically to do with fit issues. For the best results, the brand recommends you wear it for 20-40 minutes per day for the first week, then as you get used to it, add 20 minutes every day. 

Looking for something particularly robust, to keep everything firmly in place? The Mercase Posture Corrector has two upper braces, one waist strap and another elastic belt, so it provides a high level of stability and support. If the straps feel too loose, pull hard on the belt and you’ll be able to get them as tight as you need. This posture corrector has 70% four or five star reviews on Amazon.com, although note it seems that sizing is a bit hit and miss. The makers recommend you start by wearing it for 20-30 minutes per day, then progressively extend the amount of time wearing it by 10-20 minutes and increase to an hour every day. 

This posture corrector from Clever Yellow addresses lower back pain, which is particularly important if you sit at a desk all day or you’re recovering from an injury and need a bit more support until you’re back at full strength. It provides a great deal of support, thanks to its tight fitting and some rods in the rear of the support. But it’s also flexible enough to move around in all day, whether you’re a driver or work at an office.

This simple spinal brace and posture corrector from Modetro consists of simple straps that loop over your shoulders and can be positioned to suit you and gradually tightened. Think of it like wearing a backpack, but without the bag. It’s made from a lightweight and breathable material, which makes it convenient and comfortable to wear, whether you’re at home or at the office and can be worn under or over your clothes. 

This simple posture corrector from Marakym is one of our favourites. It comes with easily adjustable straps. It has a slim design that works well under work clothes, gym clothes or just when you’re relaxing at home. It's also delivered with some handy extras, including a little carry bag and kinesiology tape for sorting out other areas of your body that are in need of some adjustment. Oh, and it's nice and cheap too.

This posture corrector is much longer than many of the others on the list because it provides much more support from your neck to your lower back. This style of posture corrector or back brace is ideal for those who slouch a lot, are suffering from a great deal of lower back pain, or are recovering from an injury and need a little more support until they can get back to full strength. 

The straps need to be kept tight, but they can easily be adjusted with velcro. This means that, for such a large posture corrector, it’s quite comfortable and can be worn throughout the day if you don’t mind wearing it over clothes or possibly being visible under your clothes.

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