I had an IT a long time ago and loved it. Got rid of it and now, after many many years, have been diagnosed with a herniated disc, causing severe sciatica pain 24/7. I just bought a barely used/new one. After 2 weeks of using it, thinking I was using it correctly with NO positive results, I watched ur video. I learned that the table (Tweeter) was installed backwards, leaving the strap non-functional and hanging upside down is nearly pointless. I didn’t make it through the entire video before correcting the table and trying your method and almost immediately feel positive results. So Thank you
That's awesome to hear the video helped steer you in the right direction - they are great tools and i think when used sensibly they can be super helpful! If you need any help building out your rehab work do check out the masterclass linked below and also the program on our website backinshapeprogram.com Masterclass link: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-QIYFt7qQbJw.html
Thank you for this! I suffered from whiplash injuries after being rear-ended in a car accident and thought inversion would be a way to self-treat at home after the insurance ran out. My chiropractor gave the okay but didn't give any details on how to use it or sound like he knew much about inversion tables. It's really helpful to have the explanation about traction versus spinal decompression and why the force of traction can be a detriment. The only things I'd add for the benefit of the comment section is that interoception is your best friend when on one of these things: Pay attention to every single sensation you feel, as your body is telling you everything about whether you're helping or harming. Remember to BREATHE, in fact breathing into your spine while stretching the vertebrae can only help with oxygenation... plus if you're not breathing you're probably also tightening up and this will remind you to relax. Finally be mindful of knee and ankle injuries when you select your inversion angle. My Innova inversion table is comfortable at a (3) which I think is around 60 degrees, but the time I get to a (4)- which is not all the way upside-down but still steeper- the shift of body weight onto my knees and ankles tells me that on cranky/stiff knee days it's a "no" for me.
PS. These things are honestly a lot of fun... it's taking discipline to resist the temptation of swinging straight upside down like a bat just because of the cool sensation LOL
@@BackInShapeProgram Question: I've been searching for an answer to this and not found one yet. What about stiff back muscles *after inverting?* I've been using mine for about 4 days at an intermediate angle of around 60 degrees. I can't tell if I'm supporting the natural curvature of my spine or if the lumbar cushion is in the right place, and even though it does feel great when I'm on the table my back muscles are pretty stiff after inverting. Is this normal? Does it stop after awhile? Is it a sign that I'm doing too much?
@@worldadventuretravel It could be how you're doing it or that you're doing too long in one go. The thing is for some with low back issues the spine is weaker so it feels nice on but you get this recoil reaction - not a big deal but inversion is PART of the rehab work you should be doing to strengthen the spine itself, its ability to bear load etc. It could also be what you're doing after finishing the inversion - i'd definitely look at that stuff for probable causes :) But it is completely normal to feel a little "vulnerable" in the low back afterwards for a short period of time (minutes not hours)
Wow! Outstanding video! My table should arrive in a few days, and I'm excited to try it out. I love that you explained not only how to use the table itself, but the ins/outs of mounting/dismounting the table and how to maintain proper spinal form while doing so. My chiro said an inversion table would certainly be a great compliment to my treatments from him, along with my gentle daily stretches. He also stressed NOT to do full inversion and to work my way up to a comfortable angle. I've recently learned that I have mild scoliosis and possibly a herniated disc from that condition. I'm doing everything I can to avoid surgery, as I've heard/read that very few people have long-term success with surgical options. Thank you again for this beginner's video for an inversion table - I look forward to exploring your channel!! 😃
It's a pleasure and thank you for the kind comment :) Do check out the masterclass video as it would be a good (all be it longer) introduction to the channel and the strategy we recommend for recovering from low back issues :) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-QIYFt7qQbJw.html
I had a pinched nerve, herniated disc, L4\L5 and could bend over but not stand up straight without severe pain. I asked my therapist if an inversion table would help and he said only if I could lay on my stomach. Otherwise it would make it worse. Bending my spine forward released the pressure on the nerve and bending back increased the pressure on it. I listened to him and waited until I had no pain for a month or so and picked up a lightly used Teeter Fit Spine 3 for $100 as a preventative measure. I only go to 60 degrees for 5 minutes or so and it really helps my spines flexibility. Check with a therapist before using one if you're currently in pain as it's not good for every back problem!
Thanks for sharing, generally speaking we would suggest that forward bending is the most common error focusing on neutral is going to be best, and if anything the benefit of laying on your front (not really possible on inversion tables) is that you drop into a neutral lordosis - relative extension for many with chronic back issues - as for the standing up causing the pain this is super common! we talk about the why in an old video ill link to. but yeah these are great glad you found it helpful! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-90QL7wnntcs.html
@@BackInShapeProgram I should have included the fact that my therapist told me that it was time for a MRI. My wife was a tech and got me in the next day. Hardest part was laying still on my back for the half hour sequence. I had a herniated disc. Primary care physician prescribed prednisolone which had an almost immediate effect and I've been pain free ever since. Trying to keep it that way and the inversion table is part of the equation along with some core strengthening exercises. 😀
Great that you've got one of these, do also check out the masterclass video to help compliment the great work you can do on the table :) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-QIYFt7qQbJw.html
Good hint on using the handles to increase decompression force, along with the pumping. I use the hand pressure so that I can use a bit less tilt angle while still getting the same force.
As you are talking about not rounding the back: When I was 30 years younger, I could easily touch the floor with my flat hands in front of my straightened legs. Now I can't even get to 90°. A chiropractor told me, that that idea of going down in front is even a very bad one for tall people because of the levers involved. What do you think? Thanks for the great video!
A healthy spine can move in all directions, just because it can round, doesn't mean you should thrown "more efficient practices" out the window. HOWEVER, when you have an injury, rounding the low back plays on the vulnerability and makes the issue worse so it is to be avoided.
Thanks for the in depth explanations, very well presented. I bought one with no instructions and feel informed before I venture on to the table for the first time. Nga mihi nui
Thank you for another great video about kit to help back pain. I watched the “magic back” video that also gave fantastic info on using the device and making it better than the purchase advice gave. I did get an inversion table for £125 because it’s what I could afford. It has helped my L5, S1 bulging disk issue.. I would or will be buying one of these tables in the future.
Good it would also be to always wear shoes. And down slam down.. I have an inflammed lower nerve on L5. It is such a sharp pain and I’m hoping this Teeter machine helps for my longterm quality of life.
It this one by Teeter - their mid range one is best I think the top end model is just a bit over the top and the mid range one has some worthwhile additions compared to the baseline model Teeter FitSpine X1 Inversion Table, Back Pain Relief Kit, FDA-Registered amzn.eu/d/2hrIvQ1 (We don’t get any benefit in recommending them - it’s just a good bit of kit)
I just got mine. Not sure if I’m using it right. I feel like it’s making my mid back worse. Are you suppose to start slow than work yourself up to hanging all the way upside down?
I would watch this video closely as we specifically talk about going completely upside down! So do check it out but we recommend avoiding full inversion - just not necessary
