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Inversion Therapy Doesn't Provide Lasting Relief from Back Pain, and It's Not Safe for Everyone. Inversion Therapy Involves Hanging Upside Down, and the...
Inversion therapy doesn't provide lasting relief from back pain, and it's not safe for everyone. Inversion therapy involves hanging upside down, and the head-down position could be risky for anyone with high blood pressure, heart disease or glaucoma.
What are the dangers of using an inversion table?
Risks of inversion therapy
- bone and joint disorders, such as osteoporosis, herniated disk, fractures, or spinal injuries.
- cardiovascular disorders, such as high blood pressure, stroke, or heart disease.
- diseases or infections, such as conjunctivitis (pink eye), ear infections, glaucoma, or cerebral sclerosis.
Can an inversion table cause a stroke?
Inversion puts extra stress on your blood vessels, which can increase stroke risk if you have cardiovascular problems.