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Is anyone else inverting?

radimage — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 14:07:54 GMT

Got my Teeters inversion table a few weeks ago, and I use it every day. I love the ability to really stretch, and take the load off my spine.

I had an older model, but lost it through life changes. This new model is so much better.

Anyone else?

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151949 — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 14:39:58 GMT

I always think this could cause increased intracranial pressure - not a good thing.

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NYwoman — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 14:55:59 GMT

I would love to decompress my spine this way but I have a hip replacement that I must protect. I'm afraid to stress my hip.

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Lacey1 — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 15:04:11 GMT

DH has a lot of lower back pain and he got a cheaper inversion table. He was using it daily, for about 6 months. Then, his doctor put him on BP meds and he was diagnosed with hiatal hernia/GERD. I don't think the inversion table caused these problems, but it may have aggravated pre-existing conditions. While he was able to use the table, he claimed it was helping his back.

I tried it once, and I guess I'm a baby about motion sickness-so I was very uncomfortable on it.

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phoenixbrd — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 16:21:57 GMT

I have had one for along time and need to get back on it. Thanks for the reminder. I think they are great, especially for circulation. Too many tools and not enough time IF I didn't work 60 hours a week and could devote myself to all the equipment I own, I'd be a diva!

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zoeypooh — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 17:45:38 GMT

My husband (who is a physical therapist) and I got the Teeter Inversion table for Xmas, after looking at it for years. We are both in our mid 50's, with typical back problems for people our age. I also have a cervical neck issue, but started inverting slowly and carefully. I find that it does seem to help unload the spine after a long day of sitting at work.

My daughter is 26 and an avid golfer; she uses it also - says it is helping her flexibility and hopefully her score.

My back doctor actually recommended inverting, but checking with your physician is always a good thing. Listen to your body.

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knittybitty — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 17:48:43 GMT

We had one for several years. Recently sold it at Play it Again Sports.

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Bird — Thu, 30 Jan 2014 07:07:30 GMT

I had a model of over 35 years ago and also lost it through life's moves! I remember the back was made of wide woven plasticy material. What a pain reliever it was. Now I have one of about 7 years. Do they still ship it in one big box? I remember, it was SO HEAVY that I think I hurt my back unpacking it. Seriously.

I suggested they start shipping it in 2 boxes to save the customers' backs. I wonder if they changed that?

So I do hang, but mostly on an orthopod, purchased about 35 years ago, too. It enables me to hang upside down in a "seated" position, which stretches out the lower back. I use the Teeter, too. Love the bat position! I wish everyone had the option to hang and decompress. - Bird

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TootyJane — Thu, 30 Jan 2014 07:17:23 GMT

I have chronic back pain due to arthritis and degenerative disk disease. I have lost about an inch in height due to the DDD. I recently asked both my orthopedist and pain management doctor what their thoughts were about an inversion therapy. Both were of the opinion that inversion tables can (and do) cause strokes and not worth the risk. They suggested Pilates and/or yoga as alternatives. HTH

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esmeraldagooch — Thu, 30 Jan 2014 13:22:24 GMT

We bought one and neither of us could use it. Sold at a garage sale.

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radimage — Thu, 30 Jan 2014 18:38:37 GMT

Eventually you'll all have to tie your shoes.

Yes, I'm sure inverting has caused strokes...just as crossing a street has caused people to be hit by cars...or breathing the air causes cancer.

Inversion is a great was to de-stress. I'll take my chances.

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gazelle77 — Thu, 30 Jan 2014 18:44:20 GMT

I have knee replacements and do not want to PULL on them when I hang... I also have hypertension sometimes and do not think it is good to put that pressure on the capillaries in the brain.

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sfnative — Thu, 30 Jan 2014 23:01:43 GMT

I sure wish I could. I need to, but have chronic migraine and this would make my 30 year migraine worse.

Consider yourself fortunate. Enjoy and good health!!!

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Another new name Sue — Fri, 31 Jan 2014 00:52:11 GMT

People with glaucoma or suspected glaucoma should not be inverted. I imagine there are other conditions which would not benefit from inversion. Use with caution.

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radimage — Fri, 31 Jan 2014 16:35:34 GMT

Thank you to all the doctors in the forums to warn us about the pitfalls of inverting.

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Mistic — Fri, 31 Jan 2014 19:13:46 GMT

We had the older model before our fire, but it did not get replaced. My Husband used it in the spring, Summer, and Fall months before going golfing. He loved it. My Son complains every time he comes home that the Teeter is gone, as it helped him out a lot with this pack pain.

I have seen the new model, and it is a big upgrade from the older one. I hope it helps you with your back issues.

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Kookielady — Sun, 02 Feb 2014 15:34:06 GMT

We have had ours for quite a while. Our friends like to come over and use it too!