Perhaps you have heard of a back pain inversion table? I have and I’ve tried it. Before I recommend if you should have one or not to solve your back pain, it is important to understand the concept that is behind these tables. It may not be as crazy as it sounds (I know, I questioned them too.)

The reason people use these is to gain the opposite affect that gravity is having on you. Every time you stand, walk or even sit, gravity is pulling down on your body, compressing your spine. This process causes the vertebrae to become very close together, often pinching nerves or causing additional problems, especially if you are overweight.

If you don’t believe this to be true, do a bit of an experiment. In the morning, as soon as you wake up, measure your height from the top of your head to the bottoms of your feet, lying down if possible. Then, at the end of a normal day, measure your height standing up. You may be shocked to realize you can be ¾ of an inch shorter just over the course of the day!

A back pain inversion table can help to reduce some of the strain on the vertebrae and the material within the spinal column that is squeezed. This type of table is best used for those who have mild to moderate type of pain in their back. It is not likely to provide you with ongoing benefits unless it is used regularly. The best advice with these tables is to try them and if you see benefits in your back pain, then purchase them.

If you are considering the purchase of a back pain inversion table, take the time to try this device out first. For those with mild pain, it really can provide you with at least some relief on a regular basis.

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