Wellness

[mysterylady]

While I believe if you have no other health issues this device will help, I urge everyone using it to carefully read the enclosed information. I must admit that's not my strong suit but I did read the info that came with it.

I saw the presentation and they never specifically spoke of the ailments where it shouldn't be used.

I have an aortic aneurysm. Had I used it he aneurysm could have ruptured and killed me. When I sent it back I mentioned this to CS but I have yet to hear this info presented.

My problem was discovered by accident some years ago. I would wonder what would happen if others have this issue and are unaware,

[Moonchilde]

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@mysterylady wrote:

While I believe if you have no other health issues this device will help, I urge everyone using it to carefully read the enclosed information. I must admit that's not my strong suit but I did read the info that came with it.

I saw the presentation and they never specifically spoke of the ailments where it shouldn't be used.

I have an aortic aneurysm. Had I used it he aneurysm could have ruptured and killed me. When I sent it back I mentioned this to CS but I have yet to hear this info presented.

My problem was discovered by accident some years ago. I would wonder what would happen if others have this issue and are unaware,

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There is information included in the instructions as to who should not use the device, or check with their doctor. I came across the instructions this afternoon. I only noted, however, things that might be relevant to me personally; I didn't notce whether they specifically mentioned aneurysm by name. They did say to take care regarding being healthy enough to use pressure on the handles, and not to use it f you have a rotator cuff tear, for example, or there is any reason that pressure cannot be brought to bear on the thighs.

[phoenixbrd]

@Moonchilde  Just a thought....have you ever used/considered a teeter hang-up inversion table?  I love it and really relieves the pressure in my lower back.  I'll also check out the lo-back trax.  I also do simple stretching exercises and tai-chi which helps a lot. Good luck!

[Moonchilde]

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@phoenixbrd wrote:

@Moonchilde  Just a thought....have you ever used/considered a teeter hang-up inversion table?  I love it and really relieves the pressure in my lower back.  I'll also check out the lo-back trax.  I also do simple stretching exercises and tai-chi which helps a lot. Good luck!

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@phoenixbrd, I haven't, because of the price and the fact that while I need "something" to help me help myself, my issues aren't so bad they need something that ambitious, I guess I'd say ;-) I also have high blood pressure and don't think head-down would be healthy for me. I also tried out an inversion device many years ago and it freaked me out that I had quite a bit of trouble getting myself right side up again. I thought - "no way if I'm by myself!"

[claros]

I use it and find it helpful but only occassionally now.  Like you I have a lot of tightness, paticularly when I feel stressed, in my back and hips which leads to pain in those areas.  

You may want to look for a used model.   I saw 1 on our Craigs List for $10 a few weeks ago.

[Moonchilde]

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@claros wrote:

I use it and find it helpful but only occassionally now.  Like you I have a lot of tightness, paticularly when I feel stressed, in my back and hips which leads to pain in those areas.  

You may want to look for a used model.   I saw 1 on our Craigs List for $10 a few weeks ago.

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I did consider a used one - I saw them on ebay - but many were without the DVDs, instructions, etc - and of course, no returns. So I just decided to buy from QVC. The price is identical (down to the free shipping) to Amazon's price through the company.

[SaRina]

I don't have one, but I tried the "broom stick" approach and folded a soft throw across my thighs underneath it. I have degenerative disc disease that causes me minor lower back pain only if I overwork my back (a lot of bending, housework, etc.). I found that this method actually made my lower back hurt more, so I'm glad I didn't purchase the gizmo.

What has been helping me for years is wearing an old-fashioned corset (with bone and hooks) that covers my entire torso. When my back acts up, I wear it for a few hours or most of the day. It feels good in keeping my back straight, prevents me from twisting, and improves my posture. By the time I take it off, the pain is usually completely gone.

[Moonchilde]

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@SaRina wrote:

I don't have one, but I tried the "broom stick" approach and folded a soft throw across my thighs underneath it. I have degenerative disc disease that causes me minor lower back pain only if I overwork my back (a lot of bending, housework, etc.). I found that this method actually made my lower back hurt more, so I'm glad I didn't purchase the gizmo.

What has been helping me for years is wearing an old-fashioned corset (with bone and hooks) that covers my entire torso. When my back acts up, I wear it for a few hours or most of the day. It feels good in keeping my back straight, prevents me from twisting, and improves my posture. By the time I take it off, the pain is usually completely gone.

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I have used a corset recommended by my physical therapist, @SaRina. It does help, but it only extends me being pain-free while on my feet for about 45 min. I had hoped for much more - like 2-4 hrs, but it didn't keep me without pain for that long. Also, when I'm out in public, I had to take it off and put it on again any time I needed to use the restroom, which was somewhat inconvenient.

I will try again with a back brace, but I will try a smaller one.

[SaRina]

@Moonchilde, the one I wear doesn't hinder any activities. Granted, it's not "orthopedic-grade", which you may need, but it always amazes me how wearing it for a few hours helps me when my lower back acts up. I've worn it to work. It's comfortable enough to sit in and I can use the restroom -- either I wear bikinis below the bottom of the corset or you can have your underwear over the corset. Mine looks similar to this, maybe an inch or two shorter.  It's a stretchy latex type material -- not a hard waist cincher -- it just provides firm support.

Amazon also shows a variety of "lumbar support wraps", which look interesting. I think I might try one of these.

[Moonchilde]

@SaRina, the one I have is like your bottom left photo.