Wearable device to reduce pain and promote healing of lower back problems

A wearable spinal decompression device comprising:

• an upper flexible strap configured to encircle a wearer's upper torso;
• a lower flexible strap configured to encircle the wearer's waist;
• at least one continuous, adjustable-length splint extending vertically between the upper and lower straps;
• and at least one horizontally moveable pocket attached to at least one of the straps using hook-and-loop fasteners, the pocket being configured to receive and retain an end of the splint.

A method of relieving lower back pain using a wearable decompression device, comprising:

• placing an upper strap around a wearer's torso below the chest;
• placing a lower strap around the waist or belt-line;
• inserting first and second adjustable-length splints vertically between the upper and lower straps on each side of the torso;
• securing each end of the splints into horizontally movable pockets attached to the straps using hook-and-loop fasteners;
• adjusting the vertical length and angle of the splints to redirect the upper body weight toward the hips, thereby decompressing the lower spine.