Maximize Results with Back Stretching Machines

With all the rage about spinal decompression therapy and chiropractic treatments

With all the rage about spinal decompression therapy and chiropractic treatments, a lot of people wonder if there are cheaper, at home remedies for their chronic pains and back afflictions. The good news for those who are unwilling to fork out the money needed for chiropractic therapies is that many times, all that their chronic back pain needs is daily stretching. Upon consulting with your physician, ask about the different types of back stretching machines that you can use to remedy your back issues. A lot of people have seen tremendous relief from their pre-surgery pains just by doing simple back stretching exercises. Prevention is still better than cure and if you are prone to back pains or are already considering surgery for your chronic discomfort, it might help looking into different types of back stretching machines that can aid you in your recovery:

  • Inversion table – This contraption holds the user by the legs, thus allowing the body to hang upside down. This enables the vertebrae to unload and allows the spine to reform to its rested, natural state. The device is especially effective for people with herniated or slipped discs.
  • Lumbar traction – Lumbar devices vary widely. They can be basic, padded boards where you can lay on top of and strap yourself down to correct the spine. Some have pumps to help the spine regain its proper shape.
  • Cervical traction – Cervical traction is more widely used for neck pain as well as for correcting traction of the spine. It works by placing tension on the head, pulling it up and away from the neck, thus stretching the muscles along with the ligaments around the vertebrae and expanding the spaces in between. This gives muscles the opportunity to relax, while also releasing pinched nerves.

To maximize the results of your back stretching exercises, you need to know which type of device is best for your pain. With the help of your physician, chiropractic doctor, or therapist, you can determine exactly which machine can best help you achieve relief. For people with herniated and slipped discs, the inversion table is highly recommended. Even a few minutes on the machine each day can do wonders in reversing the impact of gravity on your spine and allowing it to heal naturally. A cervical collar, on the other hand, is a better choice if your injury is centered around the neck, while lumbar traction stretchers are ideal for those experiencing lower back pain.  

Gymsportz.sg is one of the leading exercise equipment online suppliers in Singapore. It was founded in 2009. They provide a huge variety of home use and various commercial equipment suiting the corporate and individuals’ need for fitness equipment.

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