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Evaluating 73 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their helpfulness, expertise, and patient approach, ensuring personalized advice and support. Many people highlight the outstanding customer service, noting that staff go above and beyond to assist with product selection and inquiries. The quality of the products is frequently commended, with consumers finding them comfortable and effective for various needs. Reviewers consistently experience excellent service, from initial consultations to after-sales support. The delivery service is also highly praised for its speed and efficiency, with many orders arriving promptly. Customers appreciate the wide range of products available, which are often described as life-changing for addressing musculoskeletal issues and improving overall well-being.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New sofa needed with higher seats and comfortable recliner facilities. Great advice from the staff at Back in Action’s Bristol store. No rush, good explanation of the Stressless products. Ordering str... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Siánna helped me choose a sitting room chair to ease fibromyalgia chronic pain. Her support and professional advice was excellent. I have known Siánna for 3 years, and find her sales and managerial... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The staff at George Street are helpful snd well versed in the various products, making their advice about what might work best for you invaluable. They are also simply lov ely people. I am stil... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience at back in action. I was looking for an office chair and the customer service, advice and help I got from Sianna was outstanding. So thankful as it really helped me choose the right... See more

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Company details

  1. Furniture Store
  2. Bed Shop
  3. Children's Furniture Store
  4. Mattress Store
  5. Office Furniture Store
  6. Office Supply Wholesaler

About Back in Action

Written by the company

Founded 35 years ago to beat back pain, Back In Action has grown to incorporate high design furniture the keeps you healthy and your home or office looking great.
Exceptional Showrooms and a lovely Web Site with Beautiful and Functional Solutions.
Bristol | Maidenhead / Cookham

2 Beautiful Stores and On-Line

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Never Beaten on Quality, Price or Service
We love helping customers and enhancing their homes and their lives. ~~~~~~~~~~ Please do ask us for advice. Our skilled staff are motivated by service not commission. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We've also done the hard work for you, by selecting only the very best products.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ If we don't absolutely love it - we don't sell it.-------- Seen A Better Price? It's rare but No problem. You can have our exceptional advice and service - and still get the best price.~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~ You can even request a price match up to 7 days after purchase!
Check Out Our Star Products
Our unique Mobiliser System is famous for Beating Back Pain. Available to rent for 4 or more weeks of home treatment for your whole family. Try it free when you visit our stores. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The Mobiliser is the fold flat, transportable System chosen by the UK Military and Medics to Tackle Back Pain Fast with Less Painkillers...…..Used by tens of thousands of users to stay flexible and tackle issues as extreme as slipped disc.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Our Homeworking products are the most beautiful and Healthy available.~~~~~~~~~~~~ Plus Stressless Recliners and Sofa and Mattresses.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We look forward to meeting you in stores or on-lime

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best service I’ve had in a shop as far…

Best service I’ve had in a shop as far back as I can remember. Ilyana was on her own when we arrived and dealing with a customer on the telephone but she promptly greeted us and said she would be as quick as possible (we didn’t mind waiting). I had gone looking for MBT shoes as recommended by my podiatrist. There was a good display to look at and indeed, the shop itself was very interesting, both the goods and the building.
Once Ilyana was free, she was extremely helpful. I tried different styles of MBT shoes until we decided on my size. She offered a cup of freshly brewed coffee which I enjoyed while I was exploring the shoes. I bought one pair which she had in stock and she ordered another pair to be delivered to my home address to get the right size for me. The delivery was amazingly prompt.
Ilyana also told us about the back massage product which the shop stocks and she was most informative. She also took down my details and sold me the shoes VAT free because they were a medical requirement.
I was very, very impressed.

8 January 2025
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for your 5 star review Christopher. Marlow is our smallest, but still perfectly formed, store and well run, as you have found, by the lovely Iliana. She will be delighted that you took the time to submit a review and with your very positive comments. Enjoy your shoes!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

RH Logic chair gives fantastic support

Very helpful advice from Sianna at the Amersham store. The delivery person was great and I think his name was Andy. Thank you for your patient assistance yesterday when I visited the Amersham store. Sianna gave me an excellent guide on the types of chairs suitable for someone with a chronic back issue. My back has undergone 3 lots of surgery over the years with discs removed and more recently nerve denervation and the latter has not been successful hence the need to replace my old home office chair asap.

7 January 2025
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for your review Nigel - Sianna is indeed a star and one of our most experienced staff. The choice of chairs can be bewildering and, as you have found, it really is worth trying the different types in store with no time constraints and with someone like Sianna who really 'knows her stuff'. You have chosen a great chair - enjoy it!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very nice products and customer…

Very nice products and customer services!

28 December 2024
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for your review Harry - our products are amazing and our lovely staff work hard to provide a great service and appreciate good reviews. Thanks!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

“Who knew that a chair shop could be so awesome?!”

I am an occupational therapist and have used Back in Action for years for seating. I finally got to visit the shop today! I was with my autistic teenager, my husband and our support dog.
My goodness I cannot believe it has taken me so long to visit the showroom! It was so beautiful and the staff were so welcoming and child friendly. We must have been in the shop for over an hour being shown all the cool seating, gadgets and really beautiful plush seating that I dream of owning!
My teenager was so happy and made to feel so welcome. His review: “who knew that a chair shop could be so awesome?!”

Thank you so so much to the wonderful Shanna (sorry if I have spelled your name wrong.), you shared my geeky love of seating and how great it is to get the right position for the right person for the right job! <3
Have a wonderful Christmas and new year!

24 December 2024
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for your lovely review - Sianna is indeed a star and one of our most experienced staff - she will be delighted that you took the time to visit the store and to write such a glowing review - May you and your family (and the dog) have a happy, healthy and active 2025!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good service

Good service! thanks!

15 December 2024
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for your review - Our lovely staff work hard to provide a great service and appreciate good reviews. Thanks!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great company

Really helpful advice on the phone, I could not make it into the shop. Good website, great prices and fast delivery. Delighted with my new chair and so much more comfortable at my desk. Thank you

19 December 2024
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for your review Rachel - obviously it is not always possible for people to pay a visit to one of our stores but our fantastic staff are really good at helping find the right solutions. The Variable is a brilliant design and will reward you for many years as well as helping you to have a happy, healthy and active 2025!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

MBTs for Plantar Faciitis

I bought a pair of MBTs online following advice from a friend that they helped her plantar fasciitis. They arrived 2 days later and fit. They are having a positive impact on my painful foot and I have been wearing them exclusively.

16 December 2024
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for your review Annabel - we agree with your friend about MBTs and receive many positive comments from enthusiastic wearers - delighted to read that they are already having a positive effect on your plantar fasciitis - have a healthy and active 2025!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An excellent personal service

An excellent personal service. Was able to 'chat' with a member of staff who was knowledgeable and very helpful. I had a phone call to confirm my order. The shoes arrived the next day. I am recovering from an ankle fusion so am only wearing the shoes for short periods each day. I will definitely use the company again.

17 December 2024
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for your review- we are big fans of MBTs and the effects they can have in helping with preserving healthy activity - our staff will be pleased to read your comments and we look forward to seeing you again - have a great and active 2025!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The experience and customer service was…

The experience and customer service was amazing !
Sadly a part was missing when my chair got delivered.
However, I was immensely impressed by the level of customer service that followed up.
I called them, explained the situation.
The day after, I already got the missing part delivered.
I would really recommend Back In Action to anyone !

16 December 2024
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for your lovely review Gaetan - I always think you can often judge a company by how they perform when small things inevitably are not perfect - our hardworking staff will be delighted that we were able to give you great service - enjoy your chair and have a great 2025!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Service second to none.

I was contacted before despatch of my chair to dobule check that all the ordering details were correct. I was also offered help if I had trouble assembling my new chair. Delivery was very quick. The care and attention before despatching my purchase went above and beyond and I really appreciated this. A really good company to deal with and exceptionally helpful staff.

11 December 2024
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for your review Dawn - Our staff work hard to be both knowledgeable and helpful so will be delighted to read your comments. Also good feedback that your Thatsit was delivered promptly. Have a great 2025!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kneeling stool with back arrived the…

Kneeling stool with back arrived the next day from order. Item needed to be constructed at home. All bits were within the box and it was not hard to construct.

15 December 2024
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for your review Charlotte - the Variable Plus is a fantastic choice and will serve you well for many years - have a great 2025!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Careful attention from 3 staff members…

Careful attention from 3 staff members at the Bristol store. We only went in for a pair of shoes but ended with shoes and a chair!

4 December 2024
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for your review Ian - the Bristol team are all stars and will be delighted that you found them to be knowledgeable and helpful. It really is worth visiting a store if you can as the choice and fit can be so individual (and not just because you bought more!) - thanks again for visiting and enjoy your shoes!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly and efficient experience

Really easy to order online and then excellent contact via email checking everything was correct and giving information about delivery.A friendly service.
My chair arrived quickly and was easy to assemble in my own.

2 December 2024
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for taking the time to submit a review Gabrielle - we are always happy to receive feedback on our customers experience so that you found us to be friendly and had no problem with assembly is great. The Variable is a design classic and will reward you for many years. Seasons Greetings to you and to a great 2025!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great Black Friday discounts, reliable delivery and helpful customer service on the phone. Thanks!

2 December 2024
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for your review Lucy - we are always grateful for feedback on how we are doing and always great when its positive - the Variable is a THE classic kneeling chair and we have been selling them for over 35 years - they have been truly tested and will reward you for many years! Thanks again

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great products and customer service

The team provided really great customer service in helping me find the best chair for me, including letting me come a try a couple for an extended period of time in the store. Very patient as I chose a colour as well. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking to upgrade their office seating set up/experiencing back pain.

26 November 2024
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for your lovely review - our staff work hard to provide a great service and will be delighted to read your comments. Incidentally the Actulum is a fantastic choice and should reward you for many years - enjoy your chair!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great staff

Great staff in the showroom, helpful and knowledgeable.

25 November 2024
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for taking the time to submit a review Tom - our staff work hard to find the right solution and will be delighted to be name checked - the Capisco is a fantastic choice (especially in razzle dazzle) and will reward you for many years - enjoy your chair!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Trust the mobiliser

2 years ago , I was a total wreck , I have been suffering for few years with back problems, I was on my wit end when I came across - Back in action - in Amersham. Did some research and was prepared to have a go at the mobiliser . I bought one in December 2022 - gosh , it was murder , so painful,I was screaming, gritting my teeth but I soldiered on using the program ‘whole’ so that the mobiliser was screening and putting in order the whole body not the lower back only !
2 years on , I have got my life back , no pain no inflammation. I can’t thank enough the mobiliser .
The mobiliser is a brilliant piece of machinery , a brilliant invention. Many thanks

20 November 2024
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for taking the time to submit your lovely review - the Mobiliser really is a game changer for many people and we are delighted to hear that you are also finding the benefits after taking the plunge and buying one and then persisting through the initial discomfort. Our staff work hard and really appreciate receiving positive reviews so thanks again, and may you continue to feel the benefits for many years to come!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really good products and very…

Really good products and very knowledgeable staff.

Ive spent a lot of money with BIA- but have very good value for my cash! It's made a huge difference.

12 November 2024
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for taking the time to submit a review - our staff work hard to provide a great service and really do appreciate positive feedback such as yours. Its great to hear that your purchases have made a difference to your life which is exactly what Backinaction are about! Thanks again!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Got my office chair here recently

Got my office chair here recently, the quality is amazing.

6 November 2024
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Reply from Back in Action

Thank you for your 5 star review Dorothy - our staff spend a great deal of time helping people to choose the right chair and use their knowledge to show how to use the chairs correctly. Your office chair should benefit you for many years!

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