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PencilThinMust

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Inversion Tables?
« on: January 24, 2015, 07:40:04 AM »
Anyone have any experience with an Inversion table?  Is it worth a purchase?

I have some daily lower back pain, already been to the specialist.  Dr says it just normal wear and tear arthritis, something I will always deal with. 

I am very active and fit, not overweight at all.

Thanks for your input!


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Re: Inversion Tables?
« Reply #1 on: January 24, 2015, 09:00:47 AM »
It sounds to me that you have postural problems. I'd recommend you to try some mild yoga classes (like hatha yoga), they can improve your over all condition. Good luck!!!

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Re: Inversion Tables?
« Reply #2 on: January 24, 2015, 09:29:22 AM »
Agreed, I don't have good posture.  I have done some yoga, but nothing consistent.

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Re: Inversion Tables?
« Reply #3 on: January 25, 2015, 08:42:49 AM »
If you spend a lot of time sitting, consider turning some of those sitting experiences into standing or walking experiences (standing or treadmill desk). You can also buy saddle stools that allow you to position everything in a more appropriate angle to support your weight and not overwork some of the smaller muscles of the back. Finally, learn good form picking things up so that you never throw your back out doing simple tasks.

For more advanced advice, I recommend asking your doctor for a physical therapy prescription.

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Re: Inversion Tables?
« Reply #4 on: January 25, 2015, 10:45:03 AM »
Thank you!

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Re: Inversion Tables?
« Reply #5 on: January 25, 2015, 11:44:15 AM »
I have struggled with lower back pain for decades.  I herniated a disk years ago and have degenerative disk disease.  I tried an inversion table, it didn't really help and might have made things a little worse, I eventually sold it.  I had an MRI and consulted a highly respected neural surgeon.  He advised against surgery, said I was better off managing it with exercise and stretches.  I think he was right, I am doing ok and it only really bothers me when I do a lot of bending as in gardening.

Consult a real doctor (not a chiropractic) and maybe a physical therapist.  Good luck.
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Re: Inversion Tables?
« Reply #6 on: January 25, 2015, 02:49:01 PM »
The Alexander technique is good for posture problems. I had always had a sway back, did Alexander technique, and didn't think anything had happened, but several months later I realised my way back had gone and I had a lot less pain.

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Re: Inversion Tables?
« Reply #7 on: January 25, 2015, 03:08:15 PM »
Also good to check out Pilates, which is really focused on core strength. Pilates DVDs are like $1 these days.

 

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