Super sturdy and effective
I needed something like this to work muscle tension in my back ranging from the upper buttock to shoulder/neck area.  This does the trick nicely and it is STURDY.  I tried a Theracane at work and while that product reaches the areas just as well as this does, this is much thicker and sturdier with no flex so all your effort goes directly into the tissue you are working.  The Theracane is thinner and flexes - I could see it breaking if you really bear down.  This is a beefy item and I can't see it breaking under any pressure I can put on it.  The handle and grip areas are well placed and you can maneuver this pretty much anywhere you need.  When you get the trigger point located you can really bear down on it almost any angle you choose.  I am extremely pleased with the purchase and consider it money well spent.  Yes, it is twice the cost of a lot of competitors but it is much sturdier and will likely be a lifetime purchase.  What's an extra $15-16 when you are in pain and need relief - this will literally help you your entire life.
Rating: 5 stars