June 18, 2011. Paul Hixon
The gravity inversion table can barely be called a table at all, if viewed by its function. If anything, it is more of a rotating bed.
Many people are using this technology in order to promote better health and, despite some skeptical critics, there is quite a following that swear by the inversion table’s beneficial effects.
Inversion therapy is the process of hanging oneself upside down, or nearly so, in order to relieve stress on the back and muscles. The spinal column decompresses, removing pressure from the spinal discs and nerve roots. A 60 degree inversion has been determined to be the optimal level for completely removing this pressure and allowing the full benefits.
The benefits of inversion therapy consist of relief from back pain, increased flexibility through muscle stretching, and better posture. Consistent use may even help to offset the height loss normally associated with aging. Reverse gravity on the circulatory system and lymphatic system promote the strengthening of these bodily functions as well. The gentle stretching of ligaments may also have a beneficial effect on them as well.
One should start at slight inversions if choosing to use a gravity inversion table. Conditions such as heart disease and high blood pressure may require that someone using inversion table consult their doctor first and keep their inversions to a minimum. Pregnant women should also consult a doctor. The reverse of gravity on the system can be stressful to the body in unpredictable ways, and when first using inversion therapy a second person should be present in case complications arise.
If looking to explore this healthful alternative, acquiring a gravity inversion table is easy. There are many places on the internet which sell a variety of tables, some of them starting as low as one-hundred dollars. Higher priced models with more perks can be found as well. The equipment is small enough to fit into a moderately sized room conveniently. As long as one is aware of the risks involved, inversion therapy can be a great way to maintain health and relieve stress.
Updated June 18, 2011. Published April 5, 2011. Paul Hixon
