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What Are Inversion Chairs For?

Hanging upside down in an inversion chair relieves pressure on weight-bearing joints. Through the stretching that occurs when you reverse gravity, the body's joints are able to take a much-needed break. Celebrities swear that the effects of time upside down have aided in relieving depression and inducing creativity, according to The Los Angeles Times. An inversion chair can help alleviate back pain, stimulate circulation and build core muscles, if used in conjunction with a healthy diet and exercise program.

  1. Back Pain

    • Gravity compresses the spinal discs. An inversion chair takes the pressure off the spine and stretches out the disks. The anti-gravity effects of the inversion chair on the back also help reduce pressure through the sciatic nerve, which runs up through the spine.

    Circulation

    • The lymphatic system also works in conjunction with gravity. Using an inversion chair helps reverse lymphatic drainage problems and increase proper draining throughout the lymphatic system. An increase in the lymphatic process helps to rid the body of chemicals and waste, which can make you feel better.

    Strengthening

    • The inversion chair reclines as the user puts his arms into the air and moves his body weight toward the back of the chair. As the chair moves backward, it is necessary for the user to hold his stomach muscles in tight to control the movement of the chair. This will strengthen the stomach muscles with every use of the chair. You can also perform other exercises to strengthen the legs and stomach while in the chair, including sit ups, leg lifts and leg extensions.

    Reduce Stress

    • The stress-relieving abilities of an inversion chair are thought to come from the reduction of weight on the joints and an increase in blood flow throughout the body. The inversion chair also helps to reduce muscle spasms and neck pain, which can alleviate stress. As the chair moves into the inversion mode, it stretches the muscles and changes the body's natural blood flow to increase the oxygen levels in the blood. This increase in oxygen reduces stress in the body.

    Creativity

    • Changing the body's natural perspective is thought to increase creativity for artists such as writers and painters. Writer Dan Brown, who is most known for "The Da Vinci Code," reports that he uses inversion therapy to help him solve plot problems.

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