I have been looking for something like this mat for awhile now. I have a bad back, and I noticed that by the time I was done doing dishes or cooking, I would be in a lot of pain from standing. I've had this mat now for a week, and I have to say that it works as advertised! I don't have the back pain anymore after standing at the sink for long periods of time. The pattern is also really lovely and works well in my kitchen.