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BACK PAIN RELIEF FOR HOME

Your back is screaming for relief.
Give it to it.

tendo enables targeted traction of the lower back at home – upright, controlled, and using your own body weight.
Relieve, mobilize, and strengthen all in one system.

✓ Upright traction instead of hanging upside down
✓ Control intensity yourself
✓ Can be used at home anytime

★★★★★ 4.8/5 | Recommended by doctors & physiotherapists | Developed in South Tyrol | Made in Italy

You know the feeling. And it drives you crazy.

Waking up in the morning and the first movements feel stiff. Sitting at your desk for hours – and your lower back starts acting up again. In the evening, you just want to relax, but your back can't find a position that feels truly good.

Maybe you've already tried many things: physiotherapy, stretching, back exercises, heat, or painkillers.

Some things help. But often, something crucial is missing:

Don't just move your back. Also relieve it.

Your back supports you every day. When sitting, standing, working, and lifting, your spine and intervertebral discs are constantly subjected to stress.

Movement and strengthening are important. But sometimes, the exact opposite feels good: relieving pressure and giving your back space to decompress.

This is where traction comes in.

What if you could create that relief yourself at home?

Not headfirst. Not with complicated devices. And not just at the next appointment in the practice.

That's exactly why we developed tendo.

Relief you control yourself.

tendo uses your own body weight to create a gentle traction on the lower back. You determine how much weight you release – and thus, how intense the relief feels.

Assemble once. Put on in 30 seconds. Relieve back pain in a few minutes.

tendo is designed to ensure that back relief doesn't remain just a good intention, but simply fits into your everyday life.

STEP 1 - Attach once

Once the ceiling mount is installed, it stays in place. This means tendo is always ready for use, and you don't have to set anything up before each use.
Approx. 15 minutes installation · only once

Don't want to drill? tendo is also available with a freestanding frame. →

Ceiling mounting

STEP 2 — Create in 30 seconds

put on the tendo, close the clasp and adjust the height. Then slowly lean back and decide how much body weight you want to release.

You determine the intensity yourself.

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STEP 3 — Relieve. Mobilize. Strengthen.

Controlled, transfer a portion of your body weight to tendo and use the resulting traction to relieve your back. During this, you can perform targeted movements for mobilization or use tendo for selected strengthening exercises.
5 minutes can already be part of your daily back routine.

RELIEVE
Use traction
MOBILIZE
Move with relief
STRENGTHEN
Actively stabilize your back

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Your back. Your intensity. Your routine.

No appointment. No daily setup. No hanging upside down.
tendo is there when your back needs relief.

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Which tendo suits your home?

Always the same Tendo. You just decide how you want to use it.

tendo Basic – 499 €
For those who already have a suspension.
Do you already have a suitable hanging option or do you want to organize the mounting yourself? Then BASIC is all you need.
✓ tendo back relief device
✓ Video instructions
✓ Ready for immediate use with suitable suspension

Ceiling mounting and installation not included.
choose tendo BASIC
tendo Complete – €649 ⭐ OUR RECOMMENDATION
Everything included. Even for installation.
Do you want to use tendo permanently on the ceiling? Complete includes everything you need for this. You can install the attachment yourself or commission a tradesperson of your choice – if required, we will cover the installation costs up to €100.
✓ tendo back relief device
✓ Ceiling mounting
✓ 2× Size Pad
✓ Carry Bag
✓ dorsan active warming cream
✓ Video instructions
✓ Up to €100 installation costs included

Ideal if you want a complete ceiling solution – installed yourself or with professional support.
tendo Complete select
tendo Premium – 759 €
The complete solution without drilling.
You don't want to or can't attach tendo to the ceiling? Premium includes the free-standing Amura frame. Set it up, hang tendo, and get started – no ceiling mounting required.
✓ tendo back relief device
✓ Amura stand frame
✓ No drilling or ceiling mounting
✓ 2× Size Pad
✓ Carry Bag
✓ dorsan active warming cream
✓ Video instructions
Ideal if ceiling mounting is not possible or if you consciously want to avoid it.
Choose tendo Premium
Still not sure? Just try tendo.
Test tendo at home for 2 weeks.
Would you like to experience for yourself how tendo relieves the strain on your back? With our rental device, you can try tendo at home for two weeks at your leisure.
€250 deposit
2-week trial

Full refund of deposit upon return
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Special Offer

tendo BASIC Red – €299 instead of €429
Same function. Different color. Limited quantity.

Would you like tendo at an especially low price?
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tendo BASIC Red – Clearance We’re switching to grey – technically identical, only the colour is changing.

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tendo BASIC Red – Clearance We’re switching to grey – technically identical, only the colour is changing.

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★★★★★ 4.8 out of 5

More than 1,200 people use tendo for their back routine.

Dieter Kofler – Sports scientist, back expert, inventor of tendo

"I didn't develop tendo in a lab. I needed it."

At 25, as a member of the Italian national bobsleigh team, I suffered a herniated disc.

What followed, I now recognize from many tendo users: physiotherapy, exercises, painkillers – and recurring periods where the symptoms returned.

As a sports scientist with over 20 years of experience in back health and functional training, one question particularly occupied me: How can I regularly relieve my back myself – in a controlled way and at home?

This led to the idea for tendo. In 2003, I developed the first prototypes. Since then, the system has been continuously developed and optimized over many years.

Today, tendo is part of my own back routine – and is now used by over 1,200 people.

Enthusiastic tendo users

Dr. KarinSteckholzer - Specialist in internal medicine and cardiology
"The tendo traction device is a simple solution for back problems. As a doctor, I recommend it very often to my patients. The targeted traction effectively relieves pain and improves mobility. I also use it personally and am impressed with the results. A reliable and efficient device for back health."
Julia Frank - Physiotherapist
"I like to work with tendo.
The intervertebral discs, as well as all cartilage structures in the human body, live from the alternation between loading and unloading. Even short applications exert a pulling effect on the lumbar spine through the effect of gravity and thus provide a balance to the sometimes high pressure loads of everyday life."
“tendo is an easy-to-use home device that makes it possible to apply the principles of extension therapy independently at home. I particularly appreciate that it can be used regularly and combined effectively with other physical therapy measures.
I am happy to recommend tendo to my patients as a complementary therapeutic measure that they can use regularly and independently.”
Dr Simone Sleiter
Specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · Tirolo, Italy

And what is it like to experience tendo in everyday life?

“I keep having tension and back pain, which sometimes radiates down into my legs. When I use tendo to relieve the pressure and do loosening exercises at the same time, it feels really good every time.”

Serafin Locher
Gamekeeper

“Since I spend almost the whole day at the PC, tendo is a real relief for my back. I can simply hang in it and do a few exercises at the same time. Although luckily I don’t have any specific back problems, I just feel better after using it.”

Stefan Stecher
Planning & Logistics, Latteria NÖM

“As a hotelier, the well-being of my guests is very close to my heart. That is why I have made several tendo back relief belts available in our fitness room – and the response is very positive. Some guests have even purchased tendo for themselves at home afterwards and keep confirming to me how easy it is to use and how pleasant it feels after use.”

Martin Stauder
Hotelier

"After a lumbar disc herniation, I kept having issues with back pain and tension. An acquaintance recommended tendo to me – mainly because it is simple and quick to use, and because it takes up hardly any space. I find regular use very beneficial, and it helps me enjoy my daily life as a service worker and my hobbies, such as hiking, much more carefree again."

Lisi Platter
tendo user

“Due to my professional workload and repetitive movement patterns, I constantly struggled with severe tension and back problems – sometimes even at night. Exercise and climbing helped, but I often lacked the time for that in my daily routine.
At first, the price of tendo seemed relatively high to me. Today, I see it differently: regular use has become an integral part of my daily life. I use tendo for a few minutes every evening and feel significantly more relaxed afterward. For me, the purchase has definitely been worth it.”

Manuel Egger
Designer · Mountaineer · Wildwood Artist

“Because of all the sitting at the PC, I kept having lower back problems. That’s why we decided to make tendo available to all employees in our company.
I like using tendo during my lunch break or after a long day at work. The application provides my back with soothing relief and helps me feel better again after a long day at my desk.”

Doris Felderer
Head of Administration · Raiffeisenkasse Sarntal

"I bought tendo because longer gym sessions often led to tension in my lower back. My experience with it has been very positive. Today, I continue to use tendo regularly as a supplement to my training. For me, it is a simple and practical way to do something good for my back."

Andrea Faggin
Padua

“Following a serious back injury involving a fractured vertebra and subsequent surgery, it was particularly important for me to specifically strengthen my back and core muscles. I was already familiar with tendo from a trade fair and began training with it regularly after my injury.
I was surprised by how versatile and efficient the exercises are to integrate into my daily training routine. Just 5–10 minutes are enough for my regular workout session. Today, the exercises with tendo are an integral part of my off-bike training.”

Michael Spögler
Road cyclist · Italian Champion

“When I was plagued by persistent sciatica, my physiotherapist lent me tendo to try out. I was convinced by its effectiveness.
In the meantime, tendo has become my daily companion. I use it regularly to relieve my back and simply let myself ‘hang out’ and relax. Especially after a long day, I find these few minutes to be very soothing.”

Birgit Brenn
PE teacher · in the profession for over 30 years

“What I particularly appreciate about tendo is the ability to relieve the back in a natural position and integrate the application into everyday life without any complications. A few minutes are enough, and the exercises are easy to learn and perform.
With regular use, relief, mobilization, and muscle activation can be combined. For me, tendo is a practical and well-thought-out device for doing something good for my own back.”

Dr. Pietro Paluselli
Pharmacist

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Common Concerns – and Why You Don't Need to Worry

Your honest concerns—answered directly

€429 is a lot of money. What if it doesn't do anything for me?

First: You can test tendo free of charge for 2 weeks as a loan device before you spend a single cent.

Second: If you buy, you have a 30-day money-back guarantee — no forms, no arguments.

Third: Think of tendo as a long-term investment in your back.
tendo is a one-time investment of €429 and is designed to support you for many years. You can use it at home whenever you need it – regularly and without additional costs per use.

"I'm renting my apartment. I'm not allowed to drill."

No problem. The
"Amura" (€219.90) is a freestanding frame — no attachment
to the ceiling or wall necessary. You set it up, use it, and take it with you when
you move.

"Isn't it complicated to use?"

No! It's super easy to use. You'll be ready to go in seconds, and you'll feel the relief after just 5 minutes.

"Is that really safe? I'll be hanging my entire body weight from it."

Yes! tendo was developed by experts and made from high-quality, durable materials. The construction is stable and safe. The "multispot" ceiling attachment is TÜV-tested and designed for up to 120 kg.

"I have a herniated disc. May I use this?"

Gentle traction is often used by
physiotherapists and orthopedists for disc problems.
Nevertheless, discuss the application with your doctor beforehand if you have acute or
severe complaints. For mild to moderate complaints, tendo is regularly recommended by medical professionals.

"I'm not good with my hands. Can I manage the assembly?"

The tendo home Bundle includes the assumption of installation costs up to €100 — an installer will come to you. Alternatively: The instructions consist of 4 steps and take about 15 minutes. There is an installation video. No special tools are needed.

"Does it really help?"

Many satisfied customers report noticeable improvements after the very first applications. And if you're not convinced, you'll benefit from our 14-day money-back guarantee.

"Is it complicated to assemble?"

No! The Multispot ceiling mount is TÜV-tested and suitable for concrete ceilings or wooden beams. Installation is easy and quickly done thanks to the detailed instructions. If you are unsure, you can always ask a professional for help.

"Is tendo also suitable for my height?"

Yes!
With the tendo Complete and Premium, an additional size pad is included so that everyone in your family can enjoy the optimal fit.

"Do I need a lot of space to use it?"

No, tendo is compact and requires very little space. The ceiling mounting allows for flexible use without bulky equipment. After your workout, you can simply store tendo in the practical Carry Bag.

"Is that really pleasant or rather unpleasant?"

No worries! The stretch is gentle and individually adjustable – you decide how intense you want it to be. In addition, the dorsan active cream provides a soothing warmth that relaxes your muscles.

"How do I know if I'm doing the exercises correctly?"

With the free video tutorials, you'll receive a step-by-step guide that shows you how to use tendo correctly to get the most out of it for your back.