Great Question! When adequately managed by a licensed professional, many devices can aid in maintaining spinal alignment. In other words, a healthy spine that's nicely aligned is the bases for correcting poor posture. Coupled with a spinal device and exercises, in this case, a posture corrector supports the aligned spine expecting results to better posture. Dr. Archer Irby, DC, is a top chiropractor in Brooklyn, NY, with over 25 years of experience helping many clients improve their health.

The devices that help draw the shoulders back can be helpful in establishing improved posture. They are training devices, and work in conjunction with chiropractic adjustments.

Yes and no. They are helpful in spurts but you should not be relying on one to hold your posture for you. Corrective exercises and adjustments are a much better solution in the long run.