I purchased after suffering a reoccurring bout of a pinched nerve in my neck, causing right arm pain. Earlier in the year, I went to a chiropractor over a couple of months to resolve. This time I’ve been self-treating with some of tools learned from the chiropractor: tens unit, percussion device, and LoRox roller. After about a month I began looking at other options. It’s only been about 3-days, and the pain completely clears while using the inversion table. I can stand completely straight and relaxed immediately afterwards. But the upper back shoulder / next tension eventually does return within a few hours, manifesting with the arm pain which becomes intense. However, I am encouraged that I’m making progress, and haven’t needed the other tools. Although I still stretch with the roller twice a day. Likewise, I’ve been using the inversion table at least 3-times daily - in fact, I do look forward to using it.
There doesn’t seem to be much information on a suggested regimen to follow in rehab. But I generally can tolerate about 5’ of inversion per repetition. There is a lot of stress on your feet, ankles, Achilles, and knees, and one won’t be able to use this inversion table tilted very far if nursing injuries to these areas. I will usually tilt back to neutral (flat) position for a moment, before inverting for another repetition. Three or four repetitions is what I have worked out.
The product itself is very well designed and was easy to complete assembly. While the experience of vulnerability to tipping over or getting hurt still harbors my mind, the apparatus is rock solid. I’m exceeding the rated weight at 350lbs and I’m also tall at 6’ 3”, and have been carefully using without a spotter. Time will tell if this resolves my issue, but it’s at least providing enough relief to allow me to sleep and function. But I believe that repetition is the key to yielding lasting benefit.
UPDATE 01/20/21:
I’m still using the inversion table, before and after work daily. My entire back feels better, and I’ve not had any new injuries or spasm. My neck is improving finally after over a month of self-rehab. However, I’ve also added a neck traction device. Cumulatively, everything has helped, and this multi-faceted treatment regimen is how the chiropractor treated me last year. I still look forward to using the inversion table though, a few minutes makes a big difference two or three times daily.
UPDATE: 03/07/21
So the good news is that my arm pain, nerve numbness and tingling feelings are completely gone. My shoulders and neck still develop tension as the work day goes on, but my evening therapy regimen relaxes everything. No issues sleeping now, and I haven’t had to do as much. Settled into a good routine of stretching each evening.
However, I’ve tweaked my lower back in February bending down. This was extremely frustrating as my lower back had been feeling great with all the stretching rehabbing by neck / upper back. And those latter issues had only just recently improved. Sucks getting older.. anyhow the inversion table was difficult to use nursing lower back spasms. Had a few panic moments when a spasm would grip me hard while inverted. Even getting off the apparatus was tenuous with every movement guarded and the spasms intense. Eventually I did feel my lower back cracking, which for me is the gateway to relief. The LoRox roller helps and works in tandem with the inversion table, alternating repetition between them. It’s taken nearly a month to restore my normal gait, some days it’s still stiff.
UPDATE: 03/26/21
I’m still using almost everyday. Haven’t needed the neck traction apparatus this month, as the inversion table seems perfect for maintenance to my neck symptoms. My lower back has only recently improved, it still gets stiff but no more spasms. Hopefully my lower back will completely fade to black soon. My back pain has never persisted this long. That said, at least I’ve saved the time and expense of a chiropractor and last year’s physician’s visit was costly. I still look forward to using the Teeter almost immediately upon hitting the house after a long day at work.
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 50 x 31 x 11 inches |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 40.37 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 81.5 x 27.5 x 87 inches |
| Item Weight | 74.1 Pounds |
| Brand Name | Teeter |
| Warranty Description | 5 Year Manufacture |
| Model Name | FitSpine LX9 - Black |
| Color | Black |
| Material | Heat Treated Steel |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| Manufacturer | Teeter |
| Part Number | LX9B |
| Style | LX9 - Black |
| Included Components | Inversion Table |
