So does this do somewhat what an inversion table does? I have vertigo and do not want to go upsidedown. I also think the price is good.
77530
Don't think it would do the exact thing, because arch is not part of inversion table experience. It seems to help by encouraging an appropriate lumbar arch, but for very tight backs it is important to start low and for a minute or two at a time to avoid too much change too fast.
77531
I have used mine for years . and use as needed. I also use my inversion table , . they due stretch your back, but not the same way . so it may help, but it may not! That depends on what your goal is . Good Luck !
77532
The beauty of this stretcher is that you can put a pillow under your head so you don't feel upside down, but still get the stretch your back needs. This product works on your lumbar zone so elevating your head to a comfortable level isn't an issue, at least for me.
150344
Yes very happy with it..last resort for pain management...works great...started with slower moves and less tilt for vertigo..but several months later no trouble with movement. Adjust it a few inches tsller thsn your true height works best...use it daily.
1862508
I experienced the same thing the first couple of times. Once the table is setup properly for my height, all I have to do is move my arms from my upper body to below my waist. You still need to bend down to unlatch the ankle locks, but your back will feel better after inverting a couple of time and the pressure comes off the nerve. I've had the 4--5 disc removed 20 years ago and experienced nervre pain occassionally, but this has help to eliminate that in two to three inversions.
1982872
You sure can do it alone but I would recommend having someone around for at least the first use. It also depends on your physical habilities and overall health condition. Hanging upside down might not be a solution for everyone no matter what device you are using. Please remember the balanced horizontal position can be rapidly shifted almost by moving a finger....... Finding your balance and managing downward movement is a bit subtile!Hope this would help!
979841
I can do a partial inverted sit up on it. I can't do a full inverted sit up because I'm not physically able to. I don't think it is as good for this application as gravity boots. However, I think someone in better shape could probably come up with something they were happy with. If you get carried away with it, you can shift your point of balance too much and it will go back over.
1553120
No, it does not lock, however, when in the "A" position and fully inverted, the table back will not move. Your body weight will prevent it from righting itself. It should be plenty stable for most exercises.
233208
yes. you can invert 180 and lock in position. your exercises wont take you out of the perimeter of the footprint of the unit. it is stable. Mike Hart, satisfied customer.
2171572
My back pain is in my lower back so I can't really evaluate the mid back pain. It is fine for the lower back but quite honestly I prefer my inversion table. The thing with inversion is not to try and do too much too quickly. My chiropractor pointed out that 5% grade was sufficient and as you become comfortable increase it. Admittedly an inversion table takes up more room but if you have the space that is the way I would go. I have not used my Nubax for some time.
685786
The table really does slant away from you. It cannot be adjusted. It feels kind of awkward, but I have gotten used to it over time. I would have purchased another table had I been aware of this odd quirk in the table's design.
263136
This a hard one to answer. I'm 73 years old, and it has been a great addition to my daily gym visit. That being said, not everyone can deal with hanging upside down. I would try before I buy, and check with your doctor. I believe it has helped my back, hip, and knees. I only do 3 min at a time.
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Glad you asked a question. This inversion table is TERRIBLE! Hard to assemble, and badly designed. I had a CHAMP before and it was PERFECT! This one is large and does not fold for storage -- the CHAMP does fold, but not easily, as it's large. I wish I never bought this one, but I moved and gave away my CHAMP, ordered this thinking it would work. It's AWFUL!!!! Glad I can save you from buying one.
1863176
If you are using it for balance....yes. The rotation might be a bit of a problem, but you'd have to try it out.
1333675
Yes, definitely! You can just flip it around and it does not feel different or uncomfortable at all. I am so so happy with this buy. Cheap, but not cheaply made. It is very helpful. = )
678632
I'm 220#'s and it will do this, complete upside down, for me. I don't use that position very often but it is there. Mike C.
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I very much like this inversion table. Easy to assemble, doesn't take up too much space, don't have to change clothes and shoes just to use it. Primarily for stretching out my back, as my back and torso are my weakest points. I added sit ups, as well as side crunches, and am attempting to add elbow to opposite knee crunches. I'm sure there are other exercises you can try, but I tend to play it cautious.
2171573
I also have mid and low back pain and it works best on the low back but also helps with the mid back. You are not inverted, no where near that. You just lay into it and it stretches your forward, gently. I also have an inversion table and use this more than the table. I really think you would be satisfied if you purchased one.
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Depends on how long you can handle it. I can only invert less than a minute until I get really dizzy. Do it in short increments is probably the best thing.