Does Back Restore work on a carpeted floor or does it slide around?

Carpet is actually fine. The unit is heavy enough that it doesn’t really shift once you’re on it. I’ve used mine in a carpeted bedroom since I got it and never had to chase it around. The only thing I’d mention is the heat takes a bit longer to feel through carpet, but that’s about it.

Carpet was never really an issue for me, but I always had it on a low-pile rug. I can see how thicker plush carpet might make it feel less stable since the arch needs a firm surface to push against. You might just have to try it and see how yours feels.

Different experience for me. I had mine on a pretty thick carpet in my spare room and it shifted enough that it was annoying. Not sliding across the room, but I could feel it move when I adjusted my weight. Maybe it depends on how much you move around during a session.

I’ve had mine on carpet since day one and never really thought about it. It doesn’t slide for me, but I also don’t move around much while using it. If you’re a fidgety person, might be a different story.

If you’re not shifting around much while using it, carpet shouldn’t be an issue at all.

Mine sits fine on the carpet in my bedroom. I don’t have to adjust it or anything while I’m using it. If you’re just lying there letting it do its thing, I think you’re fine.

I’d probably just put a yoga mat or something thin underneath it if you’re really worried. I’ve used mine on a few different surfaces and honestly the carpet in my living room is fine, but I do prefer having it on something firmer. The device has some weight to it and once you’re lying down, your body weight keeps it pretty locked in place. It’s not like it’s going to shoot out from under you or anything.

I have a pretty thick carpet in my home office and I was worried about the exact same thing before I got mine. Turns out it wasn’t an issue at all for me, but I think it’s because of how I actually use it. I don’t really shift around once I’m settled on it. I just kinda get into position and let it do its thing for the session.

The one time I did notice it move a little was when I was trying to adjust my position mid-session because I wanted to grab my phone off the floor. I sort of lifted my hips up and that’s when the base scooted just a bit. But when you’re just lying there relaxed, the weight of your body keeps everything pretty planted.

I’d say if you’re someone who tends to fidget a lot or you’re planning on reading or scrolling while using it, you might need to reposition it once in a while. But if you’re just lying there for the 15 minutes letting the heat and the stretch work, the carpet really shouldn’t cause any problems.

What kind of carpet do you have though? I’m wondering if the plushness level makes a difference. Mine is fairly dense so it gives enough grip. I could see really soft shag being a different story.

The carpet thickness probably matters more than people think. Mine is on a medium pile rug and it stays, but I can feel it shift a little when I first get into position. Once I settle and the traction starts, it doesn’t move at all. I wouldn’t want it on plush shag carpet though.