Kinesitherapy - treatment of the spine and joints with exercise. Physical exercises are an integral part of the full treatment and prevention of various types of diseases associated with the musculoskeletal system. A number of special exercises have been developed to combat spinal hernia. Some of them involve the use of special simulators.
Simulator against hernia of the spine
An inversion table with a hernia of the spine is considered quite highly effective. This is one of the most gentle and effective ways to stretch the spine and increase intervertebral space. To do this, you do not need to perform many exhausting exercises in the hall, you just need to lie down for a short time on the inversion table. Reviews about him are numerous and almost all enthusiastic.
Inverted spine stretcher simulator: invaluable help to your health
Using such a device in some 15 minutes, you can relieve tension from the spine after a hard day's work. Use of inversion table:
- relaxation of the back muscles;
- elimination of muscle cramps;
- increased blood flow to the brain and heart;
- spinal cord restoration;
- the clamped intervertebral space is stretched;
- pressure is removed from the spinal nerve endings, causing pain to the patient;
- blood circulation is stimulated;
- prevention of varicose veins;
- posture is corrected, flexibility develops;
- increased activity of the lymphatic system: edema, inflammation are removed, metabolic metabolism in the body is accelerated, which means that immunity is increased, cellulite and excess weight are eliminated.
Inversion table for hernia of the spine: use correctly
Every time before starting classes, we constantly check all the simulator settings. It is very important.
- Rotation. Most tables have three to four rotation settings: from the fastest to the lowest. For beginners, a slow rotation method is always established. Further, depending on your weight and personal preferences, you can gradually increase the speed.
- Height. It is necessary to loosen the safety screw, pull out the lock with one hand, and with the other move the main axis to a mark that is 2-3 cm higher. Next, insert the lock and tighten the screw.
- Restrictive belt. With it, you can change the angle. If you intend to complete a complete inversion, then this belt can be completely unfastened.
- Platform for the legs. It is necessary to adjust the position of the platform so that the legs are fixed firmly enough without experiencing physical inconvenience.
When you are convinced that all the simulator settings are correct, you can proceed directly to the classes.
Lift and mount
You need to stand with your back to the table, legs on either side of the platform, lean against the lower body, put your legs between the clamps and stand on the platform. The ankles should be pressed firmly against the back clips. Next, you need to pull the handle of the latch to your feet until it stops and make sure that it is firmly fixed. Never rest your back on the table until you are sure that your legs are held securely, this can lead to numerous injuries.
Balancing
Raise your hands slowly and fold them onto your chest. If all the simulator settings are set properly, then the table should rise slightly from the floor and stop. Further, the rotation of the table occurs due to the movement of the hands.
Inversion
To make the table horizontal , hands should be slowly raised above your head. We return to our original vertical position, lower our hands down. Complete inversion is possible with an unfastened restrictive belt. Hands should be got behind the head. As a result, you hang upside down without leaning on the back. When returning to the starting position, one should not raise one’s head and try to raise the body, hand movements should be sufficient.
Contraindications
Despite the fact that classes on the inversion table are considered a sparing option for combating vertebral hernia and do not involve the application of special physical efforts, the list of contraindications is very wide. Before you purchase and use an inversion table for a hernia of the spine, be sure to consult your doctor for the presence of such ailments as:
- ear infections;
- obesity (weight over 136 kg, height above 198 cm);
- abdominal or hiatal hernia ;
- state of pregnancy;
- glaucoma;
- retinal damage;
- tumors in the joints;
- conjunctivitis;
- high arterial and blood pressure;
- injuries to the pelvis, neck and back;
- ischemia;
- osteoporosis;
- recent fractures, pins, implants in bones and joints.
Where to use: in the hall or at home?
Inversion simulators are professional equipment. They are equipped with sports clubs and medical orthopedic centers around the world. It is advisable to start in one of these centers under the supervision of a personal trainer who will tell you how to use the inversion table with a hernia of the spine, teach how to deal with it correctly, and prescribe an individual load taking into account your physical fitness. After several sessions, it makes sense to purchase such a simulator home for personal use. Now it will be possible to study at a convenient time for yourself.
Making an inversion table with your own hands will be difficult. Only the right specialist can choose the right materials, make parts of the right size, think through all the details and assemble such a complex structure.
How to choose the perfect inversion table for yourself?
In order to get the most effective inversion table with a hernia of the spine, the choice must be taken seriously and take into account many factors:
- The weight of the structure. The lower the weight, the more convenient it is, of course, to transport and move around the house. However, such a table loses stability. On a massive simulator you will feel more confident and calmer.
- The material must be strong and durable. Wear parts must be metal, the plastic back is ventilated, and the handles are non-slip.
- Table category. The simulator can be stationary or portable. Stationary, of course, is better. It is stable, can withstand more weight, has additional options and involves longer and more intensive use.
- Nature of management. A manual mechanical spine stretcher simulator is comparatively cheaper, and more comfortable with an electronic one. In this matter, it is difficult to give an unequivocal recommendation, each one decides for himself how it will be more convenient for him.
- Regulation. The table must necessarily have the functions of adjustment for the growth of a person. It is not permissible to use an unregulated table for medicinal purposes; the result of such activities may be negative.
- Clamps. It is imperative that the clips are easy to use and made of quality materials. Too narrow and tight cuffs can cause pain and turn classes into continuous suffering.
- To select a good inversion table, reviews about each manufacturer need to be studied in detail. If the product is of inadequate quality, then dissatisfied buyers will write and tell about it.
It is necessary to approach the treatment of vertebral hernia in a comprehensive manner: the use of drugs and ointments, physiotherapy, massage, wearing a bandage, sleeping on an orthopedic mattress and, of course, physiotherapy exercises. Classes on special simulators, after consulting with a specialist, taking into account all indications and contraindications, will certainly bring many benefits: the functionality of the musculoskeletal system is increased, pain is eliminated, the healing process quickly goes uphill.