![]() ![]() We PEOPLE Tested 10 inversion tables to see which ones were most helpful with back pain. People/Leticia Almeida How We Tested Inversion Tables It was effective and comfortable and the perfect size for any home." What more do you need to know? We don't say this often at PEOPLE Tested, but our testers "wouldn't change anything about this table. While it doesn't fold up, you don't really need it to: it's so compact and lightweight that it's easy to carry wherever you're going. The foam rollers help you get an effective upper back stretch, and our testers didn't mind hanging out in the inverted position on this guy for awhile. This also made it feel really safe - if for some reason you did fall off, you wouldn't fall far. Our testers found this one really comfortable to get on and off of, because you use it on the floor (rather than having to invert your whole body on a table). It takes up very little real estate in your place, and it comes assembled right out of the box, so the barrier to entry is low. If you're tight on space or not totally sure about this whole inversion table thing, the Skyline Mini is perfect. If you want a full size table, this is not one. But just be aware that the inversion on this one is not super subtle. One tester said the inversion is so jarring that "it would be a shock to your system if you had never used an inversion table before and were attempting for the first time on this one."īottom line: if you're an inversion table expert and you don't want to spend a lot, it's great. The table is a bit awkwardly shaped to move around easily, but you can remove the safety and fold it, though, which does make it easier to move.īut for all its good qualities, when you go to actually invert, it pretty much whips you backwards, especially if you're not holding on. The headrest and backrest are comfortable and the ankle straps felt very secure - in fact, the sturdiness of the ankle straps was probably the standout feature of this table. Once assembled, the table was easy to use and we felt well-strapped in while inverted. Assembly took about 30 to 45 minutes - quicker than many of the tables we built, and relatively straightforward to put together as well. The Innova table is similar in design and function to most of the inversion tables we tried, so it provides a really good value all things considered. If you've never used an inversion table, read on for an important warning. If you've used an inversion table before and know you want a simple, no-frills, cost-effective one, the Innova one is great. It flips you over really fast - like, really fast. It's versatile, easy to set up, sturdy, and effective. Overall, if you're looking to invest in an inversion table, you really can't go wrong with this one. And while the assembly is very simple, it does require two people, so keep that in mind on your unboxing day. If we had to point out a downside, it's a bit bulky to fold and store, and it's a little heavy as well. (You can move these around to meet your specific needs, too.) It felt really sturdy while on it. There's generous cushioning under the head (which serves double-duty by keeping your spine in alignment) and the rest of it is solid and supportive, with nodules to target specific pressure points in your back while inverted. While inverted, it's also quite comfortable. The ankle straps and clever design also made our testers feel safe using this table when alone. (The pin-based mechanism locks you in at pre-selected angles, such as 45, 60, and 85 degrees, but you have total freedom with the Teeter.) Our testers noted that once strapped in, it also doesn't flip too quickly, avoiding the dizzy-head rush that can sometimes happen. Rather than using a lock and pin to adjust the angle of inversion, like many of the tables we tried, this one uses a strap, so you can really hone down your amount of inversion to a precise degree. ![]() Once built, it's also quite simple to use. Some of the tables we tested took hours to build properly. It's easy right out of the box: it comes mostly pre-assembled, and what you do have to set up on your own is really intuitive and pretty much impossible to do incorrectly (and it's super important for safety that your table is built correctly!). ![]() If we had to describe the Teeter EP-560 inversion table in one word, it would be: easy. ![]()
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