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For neck tension and tension headaches

The Neck Rest

4.9 · 7 reviews , average 4.9 out of 5 stars. Read the reviews.
$89

Warmth and a soft massage right where your neck meets your skull. Lie back for 15 minutes after work and let your shoulders drop. The light electric pulse is optional, on its own button, and only touches the back of your neck.

Chosen with Dr. Anna Whitfield, PT
  • Unwind in 15 min
  • A curve that holds you
  • Remote, no cord

Made for you if your neck…

  • locks up after hours at the screen
  • turns into a headache by evening
  • has knots that come back after every massage
What's included
  • Evening 15: Dr. Anna's guided 15-minute wind-downIncluded
  • Gentle-moves card for a looser neckFree
  • Small remote controlIncluded

Included with every Neck Rest.

Plus $4.90 tracked shipping. No subscription.

90 nights to try Free, easy returns 2-year warranty
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“After 15 minutes on this, the tension just melts away.”

Wong Y. Verified buyer

Seen one like it for less?

Yours comes with Dr. Anna's Evening 15, 90 nights to try it even used, a free return label, and a 2-year warranty with the replacement shipped first.

Full specs and what's in the box

How it works

Rest, warmth and massage.

Lie back, let the curve cradle your neck, and choose your mix: warmth, massage and, if you like, a light pulse.

The Neck Rest: a curved turquoise neck support with warming pads, soft nubs, an orange control dial, and its small remote

Every part, up close.

Rest the back of your neck in the curve, between the two warm pads.

  1. Two warm pads Sit under the back of your neck: soothing warmth, plus a light pulse when you choose it.
  2. Soft nubs Carry the soothing massage. 3 levels.
  3. Dial Power, mode and levels on the side, with a small display.
  4. Remote Change levels without lifting your head.
  1. The Neck Rest and its remote on a gray sofa, next to a mug of tea

    26°curve, shaped to the neck

    A curve that holds your neck

    A contoured support with soft nubs cradles the back of your neck, so the muscles that hold your head up all day can let go.

  2. Woman resting under a knit throw on her sofa, her neck on the Neck Rest

    104–113°F3 levels, right under your neck

    Soothing warmth

    Two pads warm to about 104 to 113°F under the back of your neck. Fifteen quiet minutes and your shoulders start to come down.

  3. Woman relaxing in the evening with her neck in the curve of the Neck Rest

    3 levelsor off

    A gentle massage

    Soft vibration through the silicone nubs eases the tight spots at the base of your skull.

  4. The Neck Rest on a gray sofa: orange dial showing level 3, next to its small remote

    6 levelsEMS pulse, only if you want it

    An optional light pulse

    Light electrical pulses (EMS) feel like soft tapping on the back of your neck, and only there. It has its own button: turn it up one level at a time, or skip it. Warmth and massage work on their own.

How to use it

Your Evening 15.

Five steps. No cords, no fuss.

Your Evening 15

  1. Woman resting on her sofa with her neck on the Neck Rest, holding its small remote

    Step 1: Lie back

    On the sofa or bed, rest the back of your neck in the curve. Your head should feel held, not pushed.

  2. A hand pressing the small remote of the Neck Rest on a sofa in the evening

    Step 2: Pick your warmth

    Hold the power button to turn it on, then choose a level on the dial or the remote. Start on the lowest.

  3. Woman resting under a knit throw on her sofa, her neck on the Neck Rest

    Step 3: Rest for 15 minutes

    Close your eyes. Add the massage or the pulse if you like. After 15 quiet minutes, hold the power button to switch it off.

  4. Woman sitting tall on her sofa doing a gentle chin tuck

    Step 4: Three gentle moves

    Sit up slowly. Do the chin tucks and slow turns on Dr. Anna's card.

  5. A white USB-C cable and wall charger on a light wood table

    Step 5: Charge it

    Plug in the USB-C cable every few evenings. Any USB phone charger works.

Made for real life

Made for necks that work hard.

You've tried the PT, the chiropractor and the $110 massage. This is the 15 minutes in between, every evening at home.

Woman relaxing in the evening with her neck in the curve of the Neck Rest

What it helps with

  • A neck that locks up after hours at the screen
  • Tension headaches that start at the base of your skull
  • Knots in your neck and upper shoulders
  • A quiet 15-minute wind-down in the evening

The research

Why warmth works

For a tight neck, doctors start with gentle warmth. Here is why it works.

  • 15 minof gentle warmth

    Doctors advise about 15 minutes of gentle warmth for a stiff, sore neck. The Neck Rest adds a curve that holds your neck, and a soothing massage.

    Cleveland Clinic

  • Blood flowgoes up with warmth

    Warmth opens up blood vessels and relaxes tight muscles, so the knots at the base of your skull can let go.

    Cleveland Clinic, heat therapy

Lie back, let the warmth settle in, then three slow moves. Give it a week of evenings, 15 minutes each.

Dr. Anna Whitfield, PT
Read the evidence

Reviews

What buyers say.

4.9
7 reviews
  • 5 stars 6 reviews
  • 4 stars 1 review
  • 3 stars 0 reviews
  • 2 stars 0 reviews
  • 1 stars 0 reviews
  • Nice product

    I’ve been dealing with a stiff neck from sitting at my desk all day, and this little massager has been a lifesaver. It feels really good, kind of like a gentle tapping sensation that loosens up the knots. I also love that I can use the remote to switch between the vibration and the heat without having to fumble around behind my neck.

    Penny Y.
  • Works great for neck and shoulder relief!

    Between looking at screen devices all day and co-sleeping with my kid, my neck and shoulders were in desperate need of relief. I bought this to help with the stiffness, and it works wonderfully! The remote control is very convenient, and the heating function feels amazing.

    Zhenfang
  • Works good

    It works well but controller is a pain.

    Our tip: The small remote changes every level without lifting your head.

    Benjamin P.
  • Perfect for neck and shoulder tension

    After 15 minutes on this, the tension just melts away. This thing feels like a professional massage at home. Plus, the heating feature is amazing. The digital display allows me to adjust it from a gentle vibration to a deep, intense kneading depending on how sore I am. Relaxing, warm, and works perfectly.

    Wong Y.
  • Very helpful for my ongoing neck pain

    The shape supports my neck comfortably, and the combination of heat, vibration, and EMS massage helps relax the tight muscles around my neck and shoulders. I also like that the intensity can be adjusted, so I can start with a lower level when my neck is especially sensitive. After using it for a while, my neck felt warmer, more relaxed, and much more comfortable.

    elsahappy
  • This product has helped me a lot

    I work as a restaurant chef, so cervical spine issues were causing me discomfort. This product has helped me a lot; it offers heating and massages the entire cervical spine from various angles, and it even comes with a remote control. It’s excellent.

    Guoqiang D.

Real reviews from people who use this device.

How it compares

More than a heating pad.

The Neck Rest A basic heating pad Physical therapy or massage
Warmth for a tight neck3 levels YesSometimes
A shaped curve that holds your neck YesNoNo
Cordless, with a remote YesNoNo
A gentle massage and a light pulse YesSome doHands-on massage
A guided 15-minute routineEvening 15NoIn person
What it costs $89 once About $20–45 About $80+ per visit

What you get

Everything you need to unwind.

The Neck Rest and its remote on a gray sofa, next to a mug of tea The Evening 15 Kit
  • The Neck Rest
  • Small remote
  • USB-C charging cable
  • Evening 15 audio + move card

The details

Specs

The Neck Rest: a curved turquoise neck support with warming pads, soft nubs, an orange control dial, and its small remote
Size and weight
Size
About 8.4 × 7.9 × 4.3 in (21 × 20 × 11 cm)
Height
About 4.3 in at its highest
Curve
26° contour
Weight
About 1.1 lb (500 g)
Warmth
Heat levels
3 levels, about 104 to 113°F (40 to 45°C)
Where
Two warming pads under the back of your neck
Modes and controls
Massage
Vibration in 3 levels
Pulse (EMS)
Optional. 6 levels, on its own button
Sound
Heat alone is silent. The massage is a soft hum
Controls
A dial with 3 buttons (down, power and mode, up), plus a small remote
Battery and charging
Battery
1,500 mAh lithium-ion (3.7V)
Per charge
Up to about 150 minutes
Full charge
About 2 to 3 hours
Charging
USB-C cable included. Works with any USB phone charger
Materials and care
Body
Soft-touch PU over a firm ABS frame
Nubs
Soft silicone
Care
Wipe it clean with a damp cloth and let it air-dry. Keep the dial dry
In the box
Included
The Neck Rest; small remote; USB-C cable; Evening 15 (a guided audio routine + a card with 3 gentle moves)
Warranty and certification
Warranty
2 years. A replacement ships first
Certification
CE, declared by the maker
Dr. Anna Whitfield talking with a woman in her sixties over tea at a kitchen table

“When your traps feel like concrete and the headache starts at the base of your skull, 15 minutes of steady warmth is where I start.”

Dr. Anna Whitfield, PTChose the Neck Rest and recorded your Evening 15
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  • 2-year warrantyReplacement ships first
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Good to know

Still unsure? A real person answers every email within 1 business day.

How long should I use it?

About 15 minutes, once a day. Evenings are perfect: lie back, unwind, then three gentle moves.

Can it help my tension headaches?

Warmth on the back of the neck relaxes the tight muscles at the base of your skull, where a tension headache often starts. Lie back for 15 minutes at the first sign, then do the three gentle moves.

Is it safe for me?

For most adults, yes. Start on the lowest level. Skip the pulse with a pacemaker or other implant, epilepsy, a heart condition or pregnancy. Recent neck surgery or reduced feeling? Ask your doctor first. Safety guide

How soon will I feel it?

In your first session: warmth under your neck, and shoulders that start to come down. Give it a week of evenings, 15 minutes each, and you have 90 nights to decide.

Will the curve fit my neck?

Short or long, slim or thick: rest the back of your neck in the curve, not your head. It stands about 4.3 in tall at its highest, with a 26° curve. Head feels pushed forward? Slide it toward your shoulders. Still not right? We email you a free return label.

What does the pulse feel like? Do I need it?

A light, soothing tapping on the back of the neck. It is optional, on its own button: start on level 1 and go up when it feels right, or skip it. Warmth and massage feel wonderful on their own.

Will it help arthritis in my neck?

Gentle warmth is a classic way to ease a stiff, achy neck, arthritis included. Use the warmth and the soft massage on a low level, and ask your doctor before you add the pulse.

Is it noisy?

Heat on its own is silent. The massage adds a soft hum you can turn down or off, so it is easy to use with a show on.

Can I try it risk-free?

Yes. Try it at home for 90 nights, even used. Not in love? We email you a free label and refund you as soon as it's scanned. And it's covered for 2 years: a replacement ships first.

Shipping and gifts

Tracked shipping is $4.90, free on orders of $150 or more. It makes a lovely gift: add a note in your cart and we'll include it.

How do I clean it?

Wipe it clean with a damp cloth and let it air-dry. Keep the dial dry.

All questions