Why Teeter? When considering which inversion table to use personally, my first thought was safety; that is my major concern about hanging upside down by my ankles. I have heard stories of some tables on the market breaking while people were using them and this just didn't bare thinking about. Research into the durability of the inversion tables on the market revealed that most brands have a very short life span, are not built to last and are made from inferior materials.
However, one brand with stood head and shoulders above its competitors in terms of quality of build and safety was Teeter Hang Ups. Teeter inversion tables have been tested by Dynamark Engineering an independent lab, the Underwriters Laboratories, who compared the Teeter range to others in the market.
The Researchers tested inversion tables from (in alphabetical order): Kettler (Apollo), Life Gear (75112), Life Gear (75128), Motion Fitness (GT1000), Stamina (Inversion Pro 551529), Teeter Hang Ups (F5000), Weslo (System WLBE). Teeter seem to be the only people publising this research information and it is not surprising as their F5000 inversion table is shown to be far stronger and more durable than the others tested.
Safety for an inversion table is related to the weight it can support (static load test) and the number of times it can invert (cycle test) without structural damage.
Inversion Table Safety Research
The results of the research study are shown above. In the Static Load Test the Teeter actually surpasses the US medical equipment standard for inversion tables, of four times the max user weight, by 20%. While in the Cycle Test, inverting with the manufactur's stated max load, they did equally impressively by out lasting their nearest competitor by 38851 cycles, equivalent to nearly 50 years use! Incredibly and worryingly, one unit from one of the other brands tested, had a serious structural failure after the equivalent of 5 months use. It's not just the inconvenience of returning the item, it's the risk of serious injury that concerns me most. When you receive your Teeter Inversion Table, you will understand why it is so durable; the unit screams quality, safety, workmanship and security.
Now you have decided that the Teeter Hang Ups is your brand of choice, but now you're faced with determining which inversion product best suits your needs. Below you'll find a brief description of each model to help you find the product best suited to you. Alternatively, please click here for the Teeter Product Comparison Chart.
F5000 Teeter's basic model inversion table, the F5000 is the most economic option (no bells and whistles) but nonetheless which obviously meets Teeter's exacting quality standards for product quality and user friendliness. Now complete with an EZ Angle Tether Strap (which offers preset angles to 20, 40 and 60 degrees). The earliest version of this model was made in 1983, and over the years has been upgraded over 78 times to improve durability, ease of use, and function. Owner’s manual and instructional DVD included. Can be used with gravity boots adapter kit.
F7000 As we have had many enquiries asking how our F5000 and F9000 differ from the F7000 available elsewhere, we have included this breakdown for your information. The F7000 is the basic F5000 model but with addition of corner feet (which are also available to purchase separately with the F5000). Owner’s manual and instructional DVD included. Can be used with gravity boots adapter kit.
F9000 With its knee-high, easy-to-reach handle and ratcheting ankle clamps, the F9000 is ideal for those who have difficultly bending down to secure their ankles. With corner feet and an EZ-Angle tether strap (which offers preset angles to 20, 40 and 60 degrees) the F9000 comes with many features to make the inversion process easy and comfortable. Owner’s manual, instructional DVD and 90-page book on inversion included. Can NOT be used with gravity boots adapter kit.
Power II Inversion is taken to a whole new level with the Power II! Unlike other inversion products that require individualised adjustments, this motorised table is operated with the push of a button. Slowly and easily inverting to any desired angle using a patented rotational mechanism, the bed is sufficiently fixed at that angle to allow stretching and light exercise without bed movement. Owner’s manual and 90-page book on inversion included
DEX II - decompression & extension A unique take on inversion equipment, the DEX allows the user to rotate forward and hang with the hips parallel to the floor, focusing traction on the lower back. This position allows for back extensions without risking hyperextension. Patented applied for traction handles allow users to increase decompression of the lower back. The DEX II is a popular home-use inversion product because of its compact size and unique benefits. Owner's manual included
“My wife suffered from severe sciatica for four months… Finally I purchased your inversion table. In less than one week she was sleeping again and the pain had diminished considerably. Purchasing your inversion table was the best thing we ever did.”
- J. Luper
I have lower back pain and sciatica. The honest truth is before I ever inverted… I would have to crawl out of the bed in the morning. The pain was so bad. As long as I invert, there is no signs of pain-
M. Lauer
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S. Leach
