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I want 2 try an inversion table 2 relieve my sciatic leg pain. are there any risks i should be aware of first? can it really help?

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Dr. Yash Khanna answered

Temporary relief: Inversion table gives temp relief but not long term benefit.It can raise your blood pressure, pressure in the eyes .So if you suffer from heart disease, high blood pressure or glaucoma, than you should not use inversion table.

Answered 10/3/2020

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A member asked:

I want 2 try an inversion table 2 relieve my sciatic leg pain. are there any risks i should be aware of first? can it really help?

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Dr. Yash Khanna answered

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