| 摘要 |
INVERSION APPARATUS Apparatus for enabling an individual to suspend themselves in an inverted position from suitably positioned spaced parallel supports engaging the individual's legs at the back of the knee and instep so as to subject the body to a natural gravitational traction thereby relieving the spinal column from compressive forces exerted thereon is disclosed. The apparatus includes arrangements for adjusting both the distance between the instep and back of the knee supports as well as the degree of knee bend required when the user is in an inverted position. In one embodiment, the apparatus is supported in an upright position and grab bars are provided for aiding the user in positioning himself therein. In another embodiment, the apparatus is movable between a horizontal position wherein the user may easily position himself on the apparatus and a vertical position wherein the user is positioned in the desired inverted position. Another embodiment is also illustrated which is particularly well suited for use by children. |
