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Teeter E-Series Inversion table. - $80 (oakland hills / mills)
Redwood Road near Monterey Blvd
condition:
good
make / manufacturer:
E series Teeter
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Teeter inversion tables work for temporary back pain relief by using gravity to decompress the spine, reduce nerve pressure, and relax tight muscles. However, they are not a permanent cure for underlying spinal conditions.
What Inversion Tables Actually Do
Spinal Decompression: Hanging at an angle uses your body weight to gently pull the vertebrae apart, which can temporarily relieve pressure on bulging or herniated discs and the sciatic nerve.
FDA Clearance: Teeter tables are registered with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a medical device for conditions like back pain, muscle spasms, sciatica, and degenerative disc disease.
HealthCentral
Temporary Fix: Once you return to an upright position and gravity resumes compressing your spine, the pressure and pain often return unless you build long-term core and back strength.
The Spine Center of Louisiana
Benefits vs. Limitations
The Good: Many users report quick relief from muscle tension, stiffness, and compression-related back discomfort. Teeter models (like the EP-560 or FitSpine series) are well-built, FDA-cleared, and feature safety tethers and flexible beds.
The Bad & The Risks: Inversion increases blood pressure and intraocular (eye) pressure. It is unsafe for people with high blood pressure, heart disease, glaucoma, acid reflux, pregnancy, or certain types of spinal instability like spondylolisthesis. Medical guidance from the Cleveland Clinic emphasizes caution and consulting a doctor first.
$80