ports because they are crutches that can mask serious joint problems. e
ones I use are sufficiently loose that they slip down when I walk, but stay in
position for a set of squats. If I do not use the loose supports I experience a
slight ache in my knees for a couple of days after training. e reason why
the supports help probably lies in the temperature increase around my knees
caused by the fabric.Inversion therapy
. Gravity in general, and the stress of heavy exercise in particular, compress
the joints of the spine, and the muscles and soft tissue of the back as a whole,
but especially of the lower back. is is at the root of many back problems. But
with the appropriate therapy this compression can be relieved, leading to a
healthier and more injury-resistant lower back.. One of the simplest measures for taking care of the lower back is to take
pressure off the lumbar spine. Not only is this inversion therapy a preventa-
tive measure, it can help during rehabilitation following injury.. I only started using inversion therapy on a regular basis in . Before that
I used it only occasionally, using makeshift equipment. Once I got a proper
setup that made inversion very easy to perform, I used it regularly. It has
greatly helped me to maintain a healthy back free of injuries. Used properly,
inversion therapy is an invaluable aid for maintaining a strong and healthy
lower back—for everyone in general, but especially for people who lift
weights.. Inversion therapy can be done using a back extension unit. Get in position
ready to perform a back extension, but just stay with your torso hanging
vertically. Do not twist, or take any action to exaggerate the decompression.. Alternatively there are several pieces of “anti-gravity” equipment commer-
cially available for inversion therapy. I use “e Back Revolution®” unit
myself. It was relatively economical, but safe, practical and very effective.. Without a back extension or “anti-gravity” unit you can use a home setup,
with help from an assistant. Lie face down on a bench or any piece of fur-
niture that is high enough for you to invert your torso without your head
hitting the floor. Place a folded towel under your hips and shuffle forward
until your entire torso is inverted, akin to if you were getting in position
to perform a back extension. Take your weight on your hands on the floor