How does an inversion table (hanging by the ankles) compare to BackHealth™ in building a fully functional back?
Hanging by one’s ankles removes the force of gravity from the disc, lessening compression. This is a passive process. Conversely, BackHealth™’s exercise program agressively stretches the spine, especially the lumbar region where most of daily stress accumulates. In addition to actually stretching the lumbar region of the spine, BackHealth™’s program builds muscle strength as it re-establishes correct lift dynamics. Starting from the bottom up, correct lift dynamics begin in the calf muscles, include the hamstring groups, the gluteus muscles, and end up with the spinal erector groups and the interspinalis muscles. Neck and shoulder muscles also collaborate in a proper lift dynamic. Inversion accomplishes none of these key remedies. It must be kept in mind that even the golf swing is a modified lift dynamic; few body movements are not. Re-establishment of this dynamic cannot be omitted from real spinal rehabilitation.
