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| Gravity Inversion Table |
A gravity inversion table is a health
equipment that is designed for those who seek higher levels of physical
wellness. Gravity inversion has also been shown to be effective in relieving
body pains, especially back pain. Inversion tables allow a person to hang
upside down, or at an angle, against the direction of gravity. It is believed
that gravity compresses the discs in the spine, thereby leading to reduced
lubrication between discs (just like squeezing out a sponge). This leads to
increased friction between the spinal discs, leading to back pain. Decreased
lubrication also causes the chances of nerves getting pinched, spinal
misalignment, and reduced flexibility. Inversion therapy helps in reversing
this effect of gravity. By hanging upside down, the pressure on the spine is
released, and the distance between the vertebrae is increased. This relaxes
your spinal area, and relieves back pain. Even if you do not experience back
pain, inversion therapy can help you stay fitter and more flexible. Inversion
therapy is also known to improve blood circulation.
There are many types of inversion tables
available that you can use for your inversion therapy sessions. Below is a list
of the various types that you can choose from.
These are the conventional inversion tables that have a comfortable
backrest as well as ankle holders to hold you securely while inverting. You
need to first adjust the table according to your height, adjust the angle of
inversion, secure your feet onto the table using straps, and move to the
inverted position by pushing the backrest. These tables require you to always
keep your arms above your head, to maintain the incline.
2.
Motorized inversion
table
Motorized inversion tables have push-button controls for rotating
the table. These tables are quite sophisticated, with some interesting
engineering innovations. The tables have interlocking gears to hold the table
at any angle of your choice. The inversion with the motor is slow and smooth.
What’s more, when using motorized inversion tables, you do not need to keep
your arms above your head at all times. Just lay down on the table, secure your
legs, and push the button. The table does the rest. These tables are more
expensive and range from $1.600 - $2.200.
The most recent advancement to inversion tables has been the
integration of infrared therapy with inversion therapy. In such tables, the
backrest has built-in carbon fiber Far InfraRed (FIR) heating elements to help
soothe your back as you are inverting. This advancement combines the benefits
of inversion therapy with infrared therapy that is known for its de-stressing,
healing and relaxing properties.
4.
Doorway inversion
Doorway inversion systems include an inversion rack and gravity
boots. The inversion rack mounts onto your door frame and the gravity boots
allow you to hang free from the door frame for maximum range of motion. These
systems are meant for fit and flexible users, and the inversion can be a bit
difficult to perform.
Inversion therapy is proven to be healthy and is available for
everyone. Depending on your level of comfort and your budget, there are many
options to choose from. Start your
healthy regime today!
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