Guest guest Posted March 4, 2004 Report Share Posted March 4, 2004 , What exactly is an inversion table? Carole Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 5, 2004 Report Share Posted March 5, 2004 Yes, , you did answer my question. Thank you very much. I do understand, now, what an inversion table is. Carole M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 3, 2007 Report Share Posted March 3, 2007 I can't recommend it to anyone. I've been seperated from my inverter for a long time and I miss it!! I always used the chin-up bars at the playground, 'til they became " dangerous " to children and I couldn't find pipes in the basement to hang on either. gar Inversion Table Has anyone used an inversion table? If so, how effective was it. Do you have an suggestions on using it. I just bought one. Thank You Phil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 9, 2007 Report Share Posted May 9, 2007 Hi, An inversion table sounds like it might do some good ,but i would ask my Dr befor i bought or used one. As for me here i am a week and a half later after my surgery iam starting to feel normal agin. My Dr told me if i felt up to it i could drive a some as long as i dont over do it .best wishes to the group , Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 9, 2007 Report Share Posted May 9, 2007 Hi, An inversion table sounds like it might do some good ,but i would ask my Dr befor i bought or used one. As for me here i am a week and a half later after my surgery iam starting to feel normal agin. My Dr told me if i felt up to it i could drive a some as long as i dont over do it .best wishes to the group , Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 11, 2007 Report Share Posted May 11, 2007 Hi Sharon, I have an inversion table. This is the second one that I have, it's from 'Relax the Back' and it works out very well, it helps to relieve the pressure that build up just from gravity making me feel like I'm all compressed. I don't always go very far back, just take it easy and to be able to get my back straight and have the gravity working for me is a great feeling! I give it a big thumbs up!! I also did discuss it with my pain doctor and showed him the picture in the catalog of what I had...see I didn't ask before I bought it, oops... but he said it was okay, just be careful and don't go swinging upside down...well the model I have now doesn't go all the way upside down, and it has a little extra lumbar stretch to it by letting the table you are laying on slide ever so slightly to give a slight pull. Nothing very noticable. I have used 3 different models, and I do have a WARNING : The first one I had was given to me by a friend. It had been around for a while and I used it. One night a friend stopped in to say hello, he was known for having one too may beers in him usually and he wanted to try the inverstion table. I said okay and gave him instructions on how to secure his feet and set the table up to his height. Well, he was upside down and swinging and I was telling him don't do that, it's not a good idea..................... just as those words came out of my mouth, the major bolt that holds the whole thing together snapped and he dropped straight down onto his head. I started screaming OMG!!! ARE YOU OKAY??? After we got his feet out he was holding his head and laughing. He was fine. The table went out for bulk trash disassembled. I told him that I was really glad that he was fine, and very thankful that it was his head that hit the ground and not mine or else we'd be having that discussion in the hospital. After that I was afraid of them until my neighbor had me try hers, I checked out every screw and bolt first, and saw that the new ones have alot more safety devices than the old one I had. After I found myself going to her house to try and relieve the pressure and get rid of headaches etc., I went and got mine, which is even nicer and safer than the one she has, now she'll come and use mine. Anyway, long story, but wanted to explain that they have come a long way and are probably even better than what I bought by now. And also get my safety warning out there to anyone who wants to swing. Not a bright idea to do that. I wouldn't want to be without it. When everything else fails, it does make me feel better. It's amazing how a little tilt can make a world of difference! Just don't use a hand me down! Wishing everyone health, and a pain free day! Debbie > > Hi I am wondering if anyone who has a fusion in their neck or back has > used a inversion table?? I have heard good things about them but I am > not sure they are good for someone with one or more fusions. And the > last thing I want to do is mess up all the surgery I have gone thru. So > if anyone in the group has used one I'd like to know what you have to > say about them. Thanks for any info Sharon Group Owner > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 11, 2007 Report Share Posted May 11, 2007 Hi Sharon, I have an inversion table. This is the second one that I have, it's from 'Relax the Back' and it works out very well, it helps to relieve the pressure that build up just from gravity making me feel like I'm all compressed. I don't always go very far back, just take it easy and to be able to get my back straight and have the gravity working for me is a great feeling! I give it a big thumbs up!! I also did discuss it with my pain doctor and showed him the picture in the catalog of what I had...see I didn't ask before I bought it, oops... but he said it was okay, just be careful and don't go swinging upside down...well the model I have now doesn't go all the way upside down, and it has a little extra lumbar stretch to it by letting the table you are laying on slide ever so slightly to give a slight pull. Nothing very noticable. I have used 3 different models, and I do have a WARNING : The first one I had was given to me by a friend. It had been around for a while and I used it. One night a friend stopped in to say hello, he was known for having one too may beers in him usually and he wanted to try the inverstion table. I said okay and gave him instructions on how to secure his feet and set the table up to his height. Well, he was upside down and swinging and I was telling him don't do that, it's not a good idea..................... just as those words came out of my mouth, the major bolt that holds the whole thing together snapped and he dropped straight down onto his head. I started screaming OMG!!! ARE YOU OKAY??? After we got his feet out he was holding his head and laughing. He was fine. The table went out for bulk trash disassembled. I told him that I was really glad that he was fine, and very thankful that it was his head that hit the ground and not mine or else we'd be having that discussion in the hospital. After that I was afraid of them until my neighbor had me try hers, I checked out every screw and bolt first, and saw that the new ones have alot more safety devices than the old one I had. After I found myself going to her house to try and relieve the pressure and get rid of headaches etc., I went and got mine, which is even nicer and safer than the one she has, now she'll come and use mine. Anyway, long story, but wanted to explain that they have come a long way and are probably even better than what I bought by now. And also get my safety warning out there to anyone who wants to swing. Not a bright idea to do that. I wouldn't want to be without it. When everything else fails, it does make me feel better. It's amazing how a little tilt can make a world of difference! Just don't use a hand me down! Wishing everyone health, and a pain free day! Debbie > > Hi I am wondering if anyone who has a fusion in their neck or back has > used a inversion table?? I have heard good things about them but I am > not sure they are good for someone with one or more fusions. And the > last thing I want to do is mess up all the surgery I have gone thru. So > if anyone in the group has used one I'd like to know what you have to > say about them. Thanks for any info Sharon Group Owner > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 11, 2007 Report Share Posted May 11, 2007 Sharon, Hi, me again, I also wanted to add that I also got the human touch massage chair from Relax the Back and it it WONDERFUL!! Those two items and my tempurpedic mattress were my best purchases when I got my workers comp settlement. Debbie > > > > Hi I am wondering if anyone who has a fusion in their neck or back > has > > used a inversion table?? I have heard good things about them but I > am > > not sure they are good for someone with one or more fusions. And the > > last thing I want to do is mess up all the surgery I have gone thru. > So > > if anyone in the group has used one I'd like to know what you have > to > > say about them. Thanks for any info Sharon Group Owner > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 11, 2007 Report Share Posted May 11, 2007 Sharon, Hi, me again, I also wanted to add that I also got the human touch massage chair from Relax the Back and it it WONDERFUL!! Those two items and my tempurpedic mattress were my best purchases when I got my workers comp settlement. Debbie > > > > Hi I am wondering if anyone who has a fusion in their neck or back > has > > used a inversion table?? I have heard good things about them but I > am > > not sure they are good for someone with one or more fusions. And the > > last thing I want to do is mess up all the surgery I have gone thru. > So > > if anyone in the group has used one I'd like to know what you have > to > > say about them. Thanks for any info Sharon Group Owner > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2007 Report Share Posted May 13, 2007 Hi Debbie thanks for the note. I think I will probably get one cause I think it may help me some. but I am going to check with my dr first cause I am worried about my fusions. I really don't want to do anything to mess them up. Heck I haven't even sat on one of my horses just to sit, since I had them done and believe me I'd love to do that. But although the temptation is great the thought of more pain returning is enough to stop me cold!!!!!! I will check into them more and No I won't use an old one I know the new ones are better. I have heard the ones with boots are not as well liked as the ones without them.I can't imagine being upside down trying to get out of boots Which kind do you have?? I wonder if the store still carries it. I'll have to check out their link and see. Can't remember seeing any last time I was on their stie but I may have missed them. Thanks again for all the help I really appreciate it. Sharon Group Owner > > Hi Sharon, > I have an inversion table. This is the second one that I have, it's > from 'Relax the Back' and it works out very well, it helps to relieve > the pressure that build up just from gravity making me feel like > I'm all compressed. I don't always go very far back, just take it easy > and to be able to get my back straight and have the gravity working > for me is a great feeling! I give it a big thumbs up!! I also did > discuss it with my pain doctor and showed him the picture in the > catalog of what I had...see I didn't ask before I bought it, oops... > but he said it was okay, just be careful and don't go swinging upside > down...well the model I have now doesn't go all the way upside down, > and it has a little extra lumbar stretch to it by letting the table you > are laying on slide ever so slightly to give a slight pull. Nothing > very noticable. I have used 3 different models, and I do have a > WARNING : The first one I had was given to me by a friend. It had been > around for a while and I used it. One night a friend stopped in to say > hello, he was known for having one too may beers in him usually and > he wanted to try the inverstion table. I said okay and gave him > instructions on how to secure his feet and set the table up to his > height. Well, he was upside down and swinging and I was telling him > don't do that, it's not a good idea..................... > just as those words came out of my mouth, the major bolt that holds > the whole thing together snapped and he dropped straight down onto > his head. I started screaming OMG!!! ARE YOU OKAY??? After we got his > feet out he was holding his head and laughing. He was fine. > The table went out for bulk trash disassembled. I told him that I was > really glad that he was fine, and very thankful that it was his head > that hit the ground and not mine or else we'd be having that discussion > in the hospital. After that I was afraid of them until my neighbor had > me try hers, I checked out every screw and bolt first, and saw > that the new ones have alot more safety devices than the old one I had. > After I found myself going to her house to try and relieve the > pressure and get rid of headaches etc., I went and got mine, which is > even nicer and safer than the one she has, now she'll come and use > mine. > Anyway, long story, but wanted to explain that they have come a long > way and are probably even better than what I bought by now. > And also get my safety warning out there to anyone who wants to swing. > Not a bright idea to do that. > I wouldn't want to be without it. When everything else fails, it does > make me feel better. It's amazing how a little tilt can make a world > of difference! Just don't use a hand me down! > Wishing everyone health, and a pain free day! > Debbie > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2007 Report Share Posted May 14, 2007 Hi Sharon, I think you'll be happy with it. Sometimes it's the only thing that gives me some relief...even more than drugs at times. I have seen the ones with the " boots " too, however when I was shopping for this I didn't see them anywhere. The one I have has sqishy foam behind the ankles and then the top part clamps down with some roundish squishy things on top if the ankle part. Put it down tight because if you are barefoot you could probably wiggle your feet out. It isn't uncomfortable at all. I will look and see if I can find my model and if so I will post the link for you, however it has been a few years so they may not have it...I'll look. Best wishes to you and good luck with this! Thinking about it now, I think I'll go and hang! Hugs, Debbie > > > > Hi Sharon, > > I have an inversion table. This is the second one that I have, it's > > from 'Relax the Back' and it works out very well, it helps to > relieve > > the pressure that build up just from gravity making me feel like > > I'm all compressed. I don't always go very far back, just take it > easy > > and to be able to get my back straight and have the gravity working > > for me is a great feeling! I give it a big thumbs up!! I also did > > discuss it with my pain doctor and showed him the picture in the > > catalog of what I had...see I didn't ask before I bought it, oops... > > but he said it was okay, just be careful and don't go swinging > upside > > down...well the model I have now doesn't go all the way upside > down, > > and it has a little extra lumbar stretch to it by letting the table > you > > are laying on slide ever so slightly to give a slight pull. Nothing > > very noticable. I have used 3 different models, and I do have a > > WARNING : The first one I had was given to me by a friend. It had > been > > around for a while and I used it. One night a friend stopped in to > say > > hello, he was known for having one too may beers in him usually and > > he wanted to try the inverstion table. I said okay and gave him > > instructions on how to secure his feet and set the table up to his > > height. Well, he was upside down and swinging and I was telling him > > don't do that, it's not a good idea..................... > > just as those words came out of my mouth, the major bolt that holds > > the whole thing together snapped and he dropped straight down onto > > his head. I started screaming OMG!!! ARE YOU OKAY??? After we got > his > > feet out he was holding his head and laughing. He was fine. > > The table went out for bulk trash disassembled. I told him that I > was > > really glad that he was fine, and very thankful that it was his head > > that hit the ground and not mine or else we'd be having that > discussion > > in the hospital. After that I was afraid of them until my neighbor > had > > me try hers, I checked out every screw and bolt first, and saw > > that the new ones have alot more safety devices than the old one I > had. > > After I found myself going to her house to try and relieve the > > pressure and get rid of headaches etc., I went and got mine, which > is > > even nicer and safer than the one she has, now she'll come and use > > mine. > > Anyway, long story, but wanted to explain that they have come a long > > way and are probably even better than what I bought by now. > > And also get my safety warning out there to anyone who wants to > swing. > > Not a bright idea to do that. > > I wouldn't want to be without it. When everything else fails, it > does > > make me feel better. It's amazing how a little tilt can make a world > > of difference! Just don't use a hand me down! > > Wishing everyone health, and a pain free day! > > Debbie > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2007 Report Share Posted May 14, 2007 Hi Sharon, I think you'll be happy with it. Sometimes it's the only thing that gives me some relief...even more than drugs at times. I have seen the ones with the " boots " too, however when I was shopping for this I didn't see them anywhere. The one I have has sqishy foam behind the ankles and then the top part clamps down with some roundish squishy things on top if the ankle part. Put it down tight because if you are barefoot you could probably wiggle your feet out. It isn't uncomfortable at all. I will look and see if I can find my model and if so I will post the link for you, however it has been a few years so they may not have it...I'll look. Best wishes to you and good luck with this! Thinking about it now, I think I'll go and hang! Hugs, Debbie > > > > Hi Sharon, > > I have an inversion table. This is the second one that I have, it's > > from 'Relax the Back' and it works out very well, it helps to > relieve > > the pressure that build up just from gravity making me feel like > > I'm all compressed. I don't always go very far back, just take it > easy > > and to be able to get my back straight and have the gravity working > > for me is a great feeling! I give it a big thumbs up!! I also did > > discuss it with my pain doctor and showed him the picture in the > > catalog of what I had...see I didn't ask before I bought it, oops... > > but he said it was okay, just be careful and don't go swinging > upside > > down...well the model I have now doesn't go all the way upside > down, > > and it has a little extra lumbar stretch to it by letting the table > you > > are laying on slide ever so slightly to give a slight pull. Nothing > > very noticable. I have used 3 different models, and I do have a > > WARNING : The first one I had was given to me by a friend. It had > been > > around for a while and I used it. One night a friend stopped in to > say > > hello, he was known for having one too may beers in him usually and > > he wanted to try the inverstion table. I said okay and gave him > > instructions on how to secure his feet and set the table up to his > > height. Well, he was upside down and swinging and I was telling him > > don't do that, it's not a good idea..................... > > just as those words came out of my mouth, the major bolt that holds > > the whole thing together snapped and he dropped straight down onto > > his head. I started screaming OMG!!! ARE YOU OKAY??? After we got > his > > feet out he was holding his head and laughing. He was fine. > > The table went out for bulk trash disassembled. I told him that I > was > > really glad that he was fine, and very thankful that it was his head > > that hit the ground and not mine or else we'd be having that > discussion > > in the hospital. After that I was afraid of them until my neighbor > had > > me try hers, I checked out every screw and bolt first, and saw > > that the new ones have alot more safety devices than the old one I > had. > > After I found myself going to her house to try and relieve the > > pressure and get rid of headaches etc., I went and got mine, which > is > > even nicer and safer than the one she has, now she'll come and use > > mine. > > Anyway, long story, but wanted to explain that they have come a long > > way and are probably even better than what I bought by now. > > And also get my safety warning out there to anyone who wants to > swing. > > Not a bright idea to do that. > > I wouldn't want to be without it. When everything else fails, it > does > > make me feel better. It's amazing how a little tilt can make a world > > of difference! Just don't use a hand me down! > > Wishing everyone health, and a pain free day! > > Debbie > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 Hello, I have been a lurker on this list for some time now. My son who is just 19 (will be 20 on Jan 28) has almost constant back pain. He has had an MRI which showed mild bulging at L4-5 but according to the doctor " nothing to be concerned about " . I hate seeing him in pain. He is wanting to try an inversion table and I'm considering buying one for his birthday. Can you give me any feedback on inversion tables? Thanks in advance for your help. Jo G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 9, 2009 Report Share Posted January 9, 2009 Dear Jo, I am so sorry about your son having spine problems, and at such a young age... and there is hope for him. A friend of mine has a herniated disc (same area) and a buldging disc below that. She was in horrible pain, and could barely move or walk. I thought for sure she was going to need surgery, but she has managed to get well and just about back to normal with out it. She went to a lot of physical therapy, did the acupuncture, which she said gave her a feeling of well being, regular massage therapy, and chiropractic care. I didn't know you could see a chiropractor for these kinds of problems, but they told her to do nothing but ice, ice, ice. Only heat on the upper body for the spasms. And she is doing good now, and she is about my age..48 I was amazed at the progress she made, and has maintained. I don't know to much about the inversion table.... but I hope this other information helped. She was also on motrin 6 or 800mg, and muscle relaxers, and pain meds in the evening for pain and sleep. And just totally resting ie. no bending, lifting, etc. It took her about 3 months to get through this, but like I said, she seems to be doing fine. I wish you son the best of luck with his back, and hope he heals through this... Take care & God bless. > > Hello, > > I have been a lurker on this list for some time now. My son who is just 19 (will be 20 on Jan 28) has almost constant back pain. He has had an MRI which showed mild bulging at L4-5 but according to the doctor " nothing to be concerned about " . I hate seeing him in pain. He is wanting to try an inversion table and I'm considering buying one for his birthday. > > Can you give me any feedback on inversion tables? > > Thanks in advance for your help. > Jo G > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 10, 2009 Report Share Posted January 10, 2009 i have been thinking about getting one too. my wife has degenerated discs in her lower back and i have a blging disc and a pinched nerve. i have been doing decompression treatments. i tried asking about that before i paid 5000 dollars for the treatments but no one ever answered even to say they hadn't tried it. i'll be watching to see what they say to you. ej --- Jo Gaines <gainesbunch@...> wrote: > Hello, > > I have been a lurker on this group for some time > now. I have a question concerning inversion tables. > My son has back pain almost constantly. He has had > an MRI that showed a mild bulge at L4-5 but > according to the doctor " nothing to worry about " . > He is only 19 (will be 20 on Jan. 28). I hate him > being in pain so much. He is interested in an > inversion table to see if that would help. I am > considering buying one for his birthday. > > Can you give me any feedback about inversion tables? > > > Thanks in advance for any help you can give me. > > Jo G > > > > Hilda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 10, 2009 Report Share Posted January 10, 2009 I have been told that inversion tables work really well for people with mid to low back pain. It is not good for people with cervical spine issues. Most doctors I have talked to have said that " traction " is great for people such as your son but people like me should not use traction as a form of therapy. I do recommend physical therapy or chiropractic therapy. Both can really help with pain management. Good luck!! Sent via BlackBerry by AT & T Re: inversion table i have been thinking about getting one too. my wife has degenerated discs in her lower back and i have a blging disc and a pinched nerve. i have been doing decompression treatments. i tried asking about that before i paid 5000 dollars for the treatments but no one ever answered even to say they hadn't tried it. i'll be watching to see what they say to you. ej --- Jo Gaines <gainesbunch@...> wrote: > Hello, > > I have been a lurker on this group for some time > now. I have a question concerning inversion tables. > My son has back pain almost constantly. He has had > an MRI that showed a mild bulge at L4-5 but > according to the doctor " nothing to worry about " . > He is only 19 (will be 20 on Jan. 28). I hate him > being in pain so much. He is interested in an > inversion table to see if that would help. I am > considering buying one for his birthday. > > Can you give me any feedback about inversion tables? > > > Thanks in advance for any help you can give me. > > Jo G > > > > Hilda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 10, 2009 Report Share Posted January 10, 2009 Well hello there lurker! I can definitely comment and commiserate. My first serious round of back pain was in my early college years, like your son. Thank goodness I was at UCLA which had awesome FREE medical care for students. That was 20yrs ago and I've since had to have an L4-L5-S1 fusion (hopefully your son will fair better...my problem was genetic so I was doomed!). Anyway, inversion tables. LOVE THEM!!! I used one for years and it definitely helped get the pressure off. If all your son has at the moment is a bulge, he should benefit from this and it's so easy he can even do it alone (although I recommend supervised practice until he gets the " hang " of it). The inversion should open the space between the discs and encourage everything to go back where it belongs. Do let us know which table you get and how it works for him. You didn't mention a family history of back pain but this issue so early in life is a heads up to your son. Once he feels better, he needs to look into core strengthening. The only reason I made it to 40 without surgery was that I had rock hard abs (until the babies chased those away) to support my weak back. Good luck! > > Hello, > > I have been a lurker on this group for some time now. I have a question concerning inversion tables. My son has back pain almost constantly. He has had an MRI that showed a mild bulge at L4-5 but according to the doctor " nothing to worry about " . He is only 19 (will be 20 on Jan. 28). I hate him being in pain so much. He is interested in an inversion table to see if that would help. I am considering buying one for his birthday. > > Can you give me any feedback about inversion tables? > > Thanks in advance for any help you can give me. > > Jo G > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 10, 2009 Report Share Posted January 10, 2009 I have done both the inversion table and decompression therapy and I loved both. I have both cervical and lumbar problems with fusions in both. I loved the inversion table for my back (before surgery) but it did cause my cervical issues to accelerate and causing my first fusion to my neck. Before that I had epidurals in my neck and back but no surgeries. I highly recommend the inversion table if you have no cervical issues. I also highly recommend the decompression therapy if you can afford it (my insurance paid all but the first $200). It helped me so much that I thought I had avoided surgery but apparently I had waited too long to begin the therapy. I had nerve damage and pain for over 5 years before I started it. However, it did prolong me having to have surgery. I only wished I had known about the therapy sooner. I believe it would help someone if they could start it right away. I think the inversion table would prevent many problems down the road if you could start on it before the problems got too severe. But once you have surgery (fusion), you can't do either one. So that's my 2 cents worth. Good luck to all. I would put off surgery for as long as possible tho as it does not necessarily " fix " you. I still have lots of pain and I definitely can't hold up to life like I could before. Re: inversion table i have been thinking about getting one too. my wife has degenerated discs in her lower back and i have a blging disc and a pinched nerve. i have been doing decompression treatments. i tried asking about that before i paid 5000 dollars for the treatments but no one ever answered even to say they hadn't tried it. i'll be watching to see what they say to you. ej --- Jo Gaines <gainesbunch@...> wrote: > Hello, > > I have been a lurker on this group for some time > now. I have a question concerning inversion tables. > My son has back pain almost constantly. He has had > an MRI that showed a mild bulge at L4-5 but > according to the doctor " nothing to worry about " . > He is only 19 (will be 20 on Jan. 28). I hate him > being in pain so much. He is interested in an > inversion table to see if that would help. I am > considering buying one for his birthday. > > Can you give me any feedback about inversion tables? > > > Thanks in advance for any help you can give me. > > Jo G > > > > Hilda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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