Gravity equipment, such as inversion tables and boots, can relieve back pain and increase blood flow. Inversion tables are easier to use and safer for beginners, while inversion boots are for advanced users. Simple straps can also be used to extend the spine. Care should be taken when using gravity equipment.
The gravity machine helps the user extend and separate the spine to relieve back pain and increase blood flow. Such equipment must be specially designed to support the weight of the body and make it easier for the user to invert. The most common types of gravity equipment are the inversion table and inversion boots, which allow the user to hang upside down for short periods of time. Inversion tables take up much more space than inversion boots, but inversion tables are much easier to use and are a safer option for the beginner.
Inversion boots are specially designed boots that fit around the ankle and foot. They have a foam lining for comfort and a plastic shell for support. A hook is attached to the plastic casing, and this hook will hook onto a grab bar or other type of support bar attached to joists or other types of framing. However, this type of gravity rig is for advanced users, as getting into position can be quite difficult. Coming out of the hanging position can also be challenging, so beginners should steer clear of this type of gravity equipment.
Inversion tables serve the same purpose as inversion boots, but the process of entering and exiting a position is much simpler. An inversion table is gravity equipment with a metal frame and a bench that rotates at a central point so that you can rotate upside down. The bench has ankle stirrups at its lowest end, and the user will step into these stirrups and lean against the bench. When the user leans back, the bench is inverted and the user can hang on their ankles. The inversion table features hand grips that allow the user to easily get into position and quickly get out of position if necessary. New users should be careful when using gravity equipment as it can cause a sudden increase in blood pressure and dizziness.
Simple straps can also act as gravity equipment. By hanging a strap over a door and holding it at both ends with both hands, a user can slowly slide downward allowing their own weight to extend their spine. Some straps even come specially designed with a harness that fits around the face and chin so the user can hang from the door by the head. When used correctly, this type of strap is effective in allowing the vertebrae to separate and relieving pain.
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