Teeter Hang Ups EP-550 Inversion Therapy Table
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Description of Teeter Hang Ups EP-550 Inversion Therapy Table
Achieve a better back, better body with Teeter Hang Ups. The industry leader since 1981, Teeter Hang Ups has focused solely on producing the best value inversion equipment with time-proven design features that ensure dependability and user security. In just a few minutes a day, you can experience a wide range of benefits, including temporary relief of back pain, improved posture through better alignment, stimulated circulation and reduced stress. When you want a natural, in-home solution for a healthier back, try inversion ¿ if you value quality, look to Teeter Hang Ups. Engineers specifically designed the EP-550 to follow the natural curves of the back for a more comfortable and effective inversion experience. New Flex Technology allows the table bed to move with you while performing stretches and exercises with ease and precision.Whether you want to enjoy better posture, reduce back pain, or simply minimize your daily stress load, the Teeter Hang Ups EP-550 inversion therapy table makes a terrific choice. Inversion therapy works by placing your body in line with the downward force of gravity. In the process, inversion elongates the spine, increases the space between the vertebrae, and relieves the pressure on discs, ligaments, and nerve roots. And less pressure means less back pain, as well as fewer headaches and neck problems. Inversion is an ideal therapy for people with persistent spine and muscle problems, in addition to athletes who frequently push their body out of whack through repetitive muscle motions, such as runners, weightlifters, skiers, bikers, and golfers. Studies suggest that inverting yourself a mere 25 degrees for even a few minutes per day can have tremendously positive effects.
The EP-550 is outfitted with such features as Flex Technology, which allows the backrest to bend accommodate your stretches for greater mobility and range of motion; an adjustable foot platform with two settings, allowing you to find the optimum position for ankle comfort and security; and an EZ Angle tether strap, which offers preset angles at 20, 40, and 60 degrees, along with custom angles depending on your preferred position. Other details include an adjustable head pillow for maximum comfort, an instructional DVD, and a 300-pound user capacity. The EP-550, which accommodates people as tall as 6 feet 6 inches, carries a five-year warranty.
About Teeter Hang Ups
Roger and Jennifer Teeter founded Hang Ups Inversion Products in 1981 and have been dedicated to manufacturing quality inversion products ever since. Roger and Jenny truly believe in the benefits of this simple, natural form of therapy that has been around since 400 BC. In the late 1970?s, Roger tried many forms of therapy to help manage his pain. He finally discovered that by inverting, he was able to relieve his back pain and begin the road to recovery. He credits inversion for keeping him pain free, healthy, and active. Inversion has changed Roger's life, and now he is dedicated to sharing his knowledge of inversion and quality products.
STL International, creator of Teeter Hang Ups brand inversion equipment, has pioneered standards for quality and performance in the inversion market. All Teeter Hang Ups F-series inversion tables are classified in accordance with UL 2601-1 (medical equipment in a clinical setting), a rigid specification that tests the structural integrity of the equipment.
Sports reviews of Teeter Hang Ups EP-550 Inversion Therapy Table
Customer Review: Wow! What a Great Feeling to be Inverted!
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I've had my Teeter Hang Ups EP-550 now for about a month and I really enjoy spending time on it. I am close to doing full inversion and I think in a few more weeks I will be doing full inversions.
I have no back issues but wanted to be able to keep my back in good condition for the rest of my life. The only time that my back is sore is the next day after I finish my workout at the gym due to the lactic acid build-up in the muscles. But now I go on the Teeter Hang Ups after my workout and the following morning I don't feel any soreness anymore. It's totally amazing to feel refreshed from a workout and not feel sore the next day. You can't beat that.
I have read many reviews here that it has helped those that are having back trouble and it is great to read the stories of how it has helped them gain relief. I would recommend this product to anyone that wants to keep their back in great shape or to help relieve pain if you have back trouble since it seems to be helping others.
Besides that, the Teeter Hang Ups feels safe to invert on and it is really well constructed and comfortable. Your ankles will feel uncomfortable in the beginning when you invert but you will adjust after you have spent time on it. You have to wear some thick socks and comfortable tennis shoes. That does the trick for me.
Customer Review: Teeter Hang Ups EP-550
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
Outstanding product! I have had back problems since I was in high school and had to visit the chiropractor several times a week for the past ten years, I have a couple of slipped disc and one bulged disc in my lower back. So of the recent treatment that I spent a lot of money on is decompression table treatment in the chiropractors office, that was about 5,000.00 total.
Now I don't recommend this product without going to you chiropractor first and listening what they have to say. I use the product once a day for about 5 minutes and my back has never felt better. If you are new to inversion table there is a learning curve involved. Basically getting used to hanging upside down from your ankles. This can be very uncomfortable at fist but will get better the more you use it. I recommend taking it easy at first and then going to full inversion later. The fold up feature is great and storage for myself is not an issue.
This product however is on the heavier side and you may need some help because it is awkward to move around, especially if your back is hurting. I love the warranty and the construction is outstanding. I am on the heavy side about 275 lbs and 6' 2" and this product is very stable for me. So if you are looking for an inversion table and don't want to waste your money this is the one to get in my opinion.
Customer Review: A Terrific Way to Relax and Unwind
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I had seen the ads on television for the Teeter Hang Ups, and every time I did, I thought, "Oh, that looks like it feels good." So, when my doctor suggested that I get an inversion table and hang upside down for 15-20 minutes per day, I didn't need much convincing. I chose the Teeter brand table because many of the reviews mentioned the sturdiness (and if something is going to hold me upside down by the ankles, I want it to be sturdy). I've now had it for nearly a week and I think it might be one of my favorite purchases ever. Hanging upside down, my brain goes to a quiet, meditative place and yesterday I got a little pop in my hip that felt great!
The machine is sturdy -- the box it was shipped in was really heavy. My husband didn't have any trouble putting it together (although, to be fair, he's a pretty handy guy). Many of the reviews mentioned that it can get a little uncomfortable on the tops of the feet when you're inverted, and I did initially feel some discomfort. Then I noticed that in all the literature accompanying the machine shows the model wearing tennis shoes. As soon as I tried it while wearing sneakers, the discomfort went away and I was able to hang for as long as I wanted. I highly recommend this machine to anyone considering getting an inversion table.
Customer Review: Sturdy, Easy to Use, and Really Helped Me. No more pills needed!
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
This inversion table is wonderful. It is very sturdy and well-made so you do not feel in any danger of falling off at any time. It swings smoothly and is easy to assemble and easy to use. I've had no problems or issues with this product including the delivery, assembly, and use. It is one of the best purchases I have ever made.
The story:
I've had a herniated disk (L5-S1) in my back for over 2 years now. The pain was constant and almost intolerable. I had the MRI to verify that yes indeed it was herniated. I went to physical therapy for months and that helped a little bit but I was on codeine daily still to keep the pain level just barely low enough to handle it. I asked at about these inversion tables at physical therapy and they said some people love them and some don't. Well I decided to buy this one and immediately after the first 3 days of use I no longer needed even a single pain killer pill. In fact, since the day I assembled this table 4 months ago I have not taken a single codeine pill! The pain level was and still is reduced to maybe 5% (95% of it gone) as compared to the level before I bought this table. It also helps relieve pain after a long day of bending such as doing yard work etc.
Customer Review: Excellent for back pain plus additional benefits
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I have been having recurring back-pain due to sport injury many years back. Every once in while I would pull my back muscle and suffered back pain which would last for many days. After reading all the positive reviews and doing my own research on-line, I decided to give the Teeter Hangs-up a try. I started out with a slightly tilted position and I was able to feel the area of my pulled muscle right away. The beauty of this machine is that it stretches my back using gravity and it does not require the use of other active muscle. After a few days of three daily 5 minutes sessions, my back pain was gone. I also felt that I was walking in a more upright position probably due to the decompression benefits from using this machine.
What gave a pleasant surprise was that it also cured my frozen shoulder problem which had been lingering around for months. After using the Teeter for a month, I was able to move my shoulder again freely without any pain. Nowadays I am using this machine on a regular basis. Just a mere two 5 minutes sessions, once in the morning and once before I go to bed, gives me a more healthier back (and shoulder). It pays for itself by eliminating my trips to the chiropractor.
Highly recommended !