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The inverted asanas are a central part of Iyengar yoga. Although a great deal of yoga nowadays is taught without sirsasana (headstand) or sarvangasana (shoulder stand), we are missing the backbone of a practice without these moments of suspension, of mind subdued. Learning how to go upside down safely, and to be able to identify when this is contraindicated and alternatives - are required helps us skillfully make choices around inversions. This is part of the systematic learning framework of Iye

Dr. Rowe goes over the pros and cons of inversion tables, including specific conditions inversion therapy helps with. Also, he compares it to non-surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy, and gives you an idea of when to use spinal decompression over an inversion table for neck, lower back, and sciatica pain. | SpineCare Decompression and Chiropractic Center | Facebook