I am a women .I purchased this for my friend who has a large stomach.,i have lower back issues and i tried it on ,it felt so good that i have ordered more for me.Without this on i hurt all the time .with this on i can function so much better.This works for me.Try this and get the right size for your body type ,go up are down to get the right fit. if one don"twork send back and get your size .this garment is worth it.