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Teeter inversion table man on QVC now

Reever — Sun, 19 May 2019 17:28:30 GMT

Just saw QVC is now bringing that older gentleman from Florida to sell his inversion table. Frankly Ive seen enough of this charlatan on HSN. My doctor agrees that this device is not medically approved and does not help chronic back pain. I will NOT tune in. I have boycotted this man for many years.

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Nightowlz — Sun, 19 May 2019 17:41:22 GMT

Sorry but I beg to differ. I use it when my neck bothers me from the way I slept. DH has back issues on/off so he uses it quite a bit which has really helped his back. He could hardly get on it or bend down to clasp the thing around his ankles so I had to do that for him. He had to use a stick to help get on or off it. If we did not have it he would constantly be going to the Chiropractor which he does not have the time for.

My BIL has back issues & bought one. He was hesitant at first but said Thanks for recommending it since it has also helped him a great deal.

I like it. It's very relaxing plus you feel better after using it.

From his website plus he has the documentation on his site if you want to check that out. Your doctor might want to check it out.

Teeter Decompression Devices are registered with the FDA as 510(k) medical devices, designed to provide traction to the spine while stretching the para-spinal muscles. Teeter is the ONLY brand that is both UL safety certified and 510(k) registered with the FDA as a class one medical device. That makes Teeter THE name to trust.

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x Hedge — Sun, 19 May 2019 17:57:18 GMT

There are other ways to decompress vertebra.

In the 70s I worked with someone who used an inversion table daily, swore he couldn't live without it. He was stooped, hunched and in pain if he skipped a session.

I have been known to use my TotalGym as a modified inversion table.

Before that, starting as a teen, I'd hang my body weight by my hands and 'march' knees high in midair to unlock, relieve pinched nerves, and realign my spine.

@Reever , this device allows the user to create traction as needed. Surely your doctor has heard of using traction. Chronic back pain from normal compression during aging, congenital or chronic misalignment, and/or trapped soft tissue is relieved with this type of treatment.

While I've never bought a table endorsed by that gentleman, I don't consider that "boycotting" him. Lol!!

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Skyegirl21 — Sun, 19 May 2019 19:48:03 GMT

Every time I watch the presentations, I am tempted to buy... I’ve had multiple problems with my lumbar area and lots of scar tissue there that is constantly sore and tight. The best thing in PT for it was traction.

BUT I remember asking my PT about these devices and she did not recommend- She said she believes they cause more problems than they solve! But I am still tempted every time... I haven’t ordered. I also read if you want to return it, good luck packing it up and the return shipping is on you for over $100...!

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World Traveler — Sun, 19 May 2019 22:04:54 GMT

I would love to have one; makes sense to me on how they work and what goes on within your body. Know several people who have them, so that is why I haven't purchased one. I just go over to their house every once in a while and use theirs. I don't have chronic problems with pain, so I just like to going over and "hang" out. ha!

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Trinity11 — Mon, 20 May 2019 00:47:15 GMT

I asked my doctor about them as they looked like fun. She said that they are very dangerous if you have macular degeneration, glaucoma, heart disease or hypertension. Apparently, being upside down increases blood pressure and is very unhealthy. Who knew?

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Snowpuppy — Mon, 20 May 2019 01:31:37 GMT

Family friends own one and swear by it.

The husband worked early in his career driving a delivery truck and assembling furniture. Now in his middle 50's, while fit, he swears he gets back pain relief from it and uses it regularly.

The wife is also fit and she believes it promotes blood flow for her which in turn gives her energy.

To each their own therapy modes and I can understand why chiro's, md's etc don't approve. It cuts into their profits.

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SeaMaiden — Mon, 20 May 2019 02:30:29 GMT

@Reever wrote:
Just saw QVC is now bringing that older gentleman from Florida to sell his inversion table. Frankly Ive seen enough of this charlatan on HSN. My doctor agrees that this device is not medically approved and does not help chronic back pain. I will NOT tune in. I have boycotted this man for many years.

This charlatan has been pushing this contraption for probably 20 years....someone must buy them?

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hckynut — Mon, 20 May 2019 02:30:48 GMT

@Reever wrote:
Just saw QVC is now bringing that older gentleman from Florida to sell his inversion table. Frankly Ive seen enough of this charlatan on HSN. My doctor agrees that this device is not medically approved and does not help chronic back pain. I will NOT tune in. I have boycotted this man for many years.

@Reever

Your doctor cannot speak about what works for back pains for everyone, and what does not. One of my good friends is a Spinal Surgeon, his title tells his Specialty. He owns a Teeter Inversion Table, as do I.

My spine is missing 3 Lumbar Discs from 2 back surgeries, and I have been using Roger Teeter's Inversion Table since I no longer take Blood Pressure Meds. It does exactly what he claims, and exactly what I expected it to do for me.

Did it replace my 3 missing lumbar discs? Nope! Did or does it keep me from ever having a stiff or pain in my back? Nope! What it does for me is exactly what Mr. Teeter claims. Does it do that for everyone with a sore or painful back? Nope, but it does temporarily help over a million owners of his tables.

Hopefully your boycotting "this man" makes you(or your back) feel better. I absolutely love my Teeter Inversion Table.

To each be their own.

hckynut

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hckynut — Mon, 20 May 2019 02:51:59 GMT

@Trinity11 wrote:
I asked my doctor about them as they looked like fun. She said that they are very dangerous if you have macular degeneration, glaucoma, heart disease or hypertension. Apparently, being upside down increases blood pressure and is very unhealthy. Who knew?

@Trinity11

The only thing I have in "your list" is heart disease. I have never been Hypertensive, but my Cardiologist wanted me to keep my BP as low as possible, while still being fully functional.

I always wanted a Teeter Table because I believe in the concept, and actually had Inversion Boots made that I used back in the 1980's. After being on BP meds since 2003, in 2018 I asked my Doctor if I could quit the meds and see if my BP stayed low enough to suit him.

He agreed and right now by BP still runs around 90/60-65. After he checked me for 2 months he said he agreed I did not need the meds any longer. As soon as hsn had the best Teeter Table on sale, I bought mine. I love it for my spine and also for being able to do my "inverted sit-ups". They keep my abs absolutely rock hard.

This device does everything that I expected for me, and even more. Hope you are doing as well as possible. I just got back from my Sunday 2 hour ice skating, and I am still feeling absolutely GREAT, and I could not be a happier warrior.

hckynut

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PilatesLover — Mon, 20 May 2019 13:19:16 GMT

My husband bought me a less expensive model on recommendation from my chiropractor, and I love it.

I don't tilt back farther than 45 degrees. Not only does it relieve my spine, but I love the feeling of the blood flowing back down as I gradually return. It's refreshing. Inversion poses are an important part of yoga because of the health benefits of being upside down. That's a whole 'nuther topic. But I cannot stand on my head or do handstands, so the inversion table helps me get those yogic benefits.

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Skyegirl21 — Tue, 21 May 2019 11:09:39 GMT

Plates Lover, please can you share the name of the table you purchased?

After reading all these great responses, I am more tempted to get one! I need to try something, constant soreness and tightness-

Thanks Hckynt, for adding your thoughts-

If anyone who has scar tissue/ adhesions uses one, I d love to hear feedback! Much appreciated! 🌸

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PilatesLover — Tue, 21 May 2019 12:56:49 GMT

@Skyegirl21 it is the Yoleo Gravity Heavy Duty Inversion Table. I think he got it from one of his sporting catalogues, but it's also on Amazon. There are quite a few non-Teeter brands out there, but this is the one I have:

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hckynut — Wed, 22 May 2019 00:12:25 GMT

@Skyegirl21

You're welcome. I had scar tissue after my January 2018 Hernia surgery. That was my 2nd Hernia surgery and with the 1st one I did not have my Teeter table. With the help of this, I was able to be given the 100% return to my regular vigorous exercises. My surgeon said it might help expedite pain from scar tissue and/or adhesions. I feel it did help my return to 100% healing.

He told me 4-6 weeks before I should ice skate. After 2 weeks post surgery he gave me the ok. Just no high speed hard pumping of my legs for fast skating, and abolutely no hockey stops!

A fact for everyone? I don't know, but I believe it sure helped me. At 90° Inversion I could feel the difference each day post surgery and it eventually was gone. Love my Teeter Table and it is the only name I personally would buy, and/or recommend to others.

hckynut(john)

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Skyegirl21 — Wed, 22 May 2019 01:45:52 GMT

Sincerely appreciate the information from you all!! I’m very active and fit (in spite of chronic back pain), and have been all my life. I ruptured a lumbar disc, which was a sciatica nightmare, but that healed. The scar tissue was from a fall down the stairs landing on the QL, then 2 subsequent bad, muscle tears, in same area, where I could barely situp, stand or walk without pain, for months. Thinking over the inversion table...

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PilatesLover — Wed, 22 May 2019 12:56:41 GMT

@Skyegirl21 look around and see if there is one you can try before you buy. A friend may have one in the attic, and a sporting goods store near you might have one out that you can try.

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hckynut — Wed, 22 May 2019 15:38:40 GMT

@Skyegirl21

Been the sciatica route myself. Spent almost a month in the hospital back in 1974. Surgery removed my L-5/S-1 back then and got a 7" scar to show it. Was back running in 6 weeks and back playing hockey in 6 months. I was in the hospital for my 35th birthday. Worst part I missed Elvis in Concert.

Wasn't an easy road back in those days. No MRI's, just a Myleogram/traction/Valium and Demerol shots every 6 hours, when they barely lasted 4. Surgery was my only option because the disc fluid was out of the ruptures. Kinda like a balloon, once the air is out, ain't no putting it back in.

Think it was around the late '90's or early 2000's when I had my ruptured L-3 removed. Still as flexible as I was back before surgeries, but I never quit stretching every day and work my abs hard pretty much the same schedule. The Teeter adds another dimension to my routine and it sure enhances my flexibility and strength.

hckynut

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cantdrive55 — Wed, 22 May 2019 17:11:05 GMT

@Skyegirl21, After a lot of research, I bought the Innova Heavy Duty Inversion Table from Walmart’s website, $119.00 & free shipping. It’s a great item!

One of the best things I learned from watching Roger was that the best time to use the table is right before you go to bed.

God luck!

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hckynut — Thu, 23 May 2019 06:44:28 GMT

@cantdrive55

For me there is no best time. I use it any time I go down in my basement gym. Hang full Inversion for maybe 10 minutes and then spend another 10 doing inverted sit-ups. Half for upper abs the other for lower abs. If there is a harder way to work the abs and great results, in my 60 odd years of exercising, I ain't found it.

Glad you like your table.

hckynut

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Teddie — Thu, 23 May 2019 10:52:22 GMT

@hckynut

I think you might have missed a good concert. You sure have been through more than your share. I babysat for a couple while they went to that concert in Omaha with another couple. When they got home the husband was mad at his wife because she and her friend were screaming throughout the concert. It was kind of funny.