I recently ordered a Nubax Trio from the Healthy Back Institute in my effort to cure my back pain which is one of my goals for 2010. It arrived 3 days ago and I began using it immediately after setting it up. Setting it up was fairly easy and  to my pleasant surprise, my back began feeling better after the 2nd time I used it on the first day. After using the Nubax for a total of only about 6 minutes I was already having some good results. Impressive results, actually.

If you don’t already know what it is, the Nubax Trio is a device for spinal decompression. It is an alternative to inversion therapy. Spinal decompression is a proven effective way to remove the pressure on the spinal discs and vertebrae, allowing nourishing and healing fluids to move around in the spine and heal any herniated or bulging discs. It also allows your spine to begin to move back into its natural shape when used frequently.

There are many methods of spinal decompression but the most popular is by using a device called an inversion table. Inversion tables have some advantages over the Nubax Trio. Mainly that it can give you decompression up into the neck and also decompresses your hips, knees, and ankle joints as well. There are also some disadvantages to inversion therapy and many people with knee, ankle, or hip problems can not use inversion therapy because it may do more harm than good for those individuals. The Nubax Trio is the device that I chose mainly because it is smaller than an inversion table and is more portable. The cost for both are about the same, so I went with the Nubax mainly because of its size. I also don’t like being upside down all that much so the Nubax Trio was more appealing to me.  The Nubax could even be used on your bed and is very simple to use. I read about an 87 year old grandmother who has been doing exactly that and said she feels better than she has in many years!

I have now had the Nubax Trio for 3 days and for 3 days I have been experiencing less back pain than I have in the last 4 or 5 years. So far, the Nubax is getting big ups from me. I plan to do a full out video review of this device after I have tested it thoroughly, but so far it’s surpassed my expectations.

When I decided to buy the Nubax after doing a ton of research on spinal decompression and traction, I expected that it might be kind of painful the first few times. I also thought it would take a week or so before I noticed any kind of progress, and was kind of expecting something half-assed. To my surprise, after the first use I already noticed that my back felt looser, longer, and almost like it could ‘breathe’. I also thought the first time that I used it that my back would crack and pop like crazy, but it didn’t. I have used the Nubax about 7 times now for 2-3 minutes at a time and it has not caused my back to pop at all.

Using the Nubax looks more complicated than it is. The first time using it you think it might be hard to keep your balance or that it might require some effort or strength from your back or abs. It doesn’t require any effort at all and puts no strain on your back. It applies an even decompression from the base of your spine all the way up to your shoulders, and is extremely easy to use. You feel like you are in complete control the entire time you are using it. As long as you don’t lean into it too quickly and move in a steady and controlled way I don’t think you could hurt yourself using this device.

After using the Nubax Trio it doesn’t cause any discomfort when I do the sciatic stretch which I learned about several weeks ago. Before I had the Nubax it was sometimes painful to start doing the stretch, but since I have been using it the stretch does not cause any pain. This suggests to me that the Nubax has removed the pressure on the sciatic nerve which has been causing me most of my pain. It also doesn’t hurt nearly as much to stand up after sitting for a while, and my leg has stopped going tingly when sitting.

Needless to say, I am very happy with my purchase thus far. These last three days have almost been worth the cost of the Nubax already. I will do a complete video review of this product in a week or so from now after I have really had a chance to fully test it.

Red, burning, swollen and so stiff you don’t want to move… that’s what those who suffer from arthritis experience on a daily basis. 1 in 5 people are living with arthritis every day. Are you one of them?

To get a better understanding of how to get relief from this disease we need to dive deeper into its root cause.

Some of the types of arthritis which are associated with inflammation include:

• rheumatoid arthritis
• gout
• tendinitis
• bursitis
• polymyalgia rheumatica

What is Arthritis?

Arthritis actually means joint (arthr) inflammation (itis). Arthritis can be used to describe more than 100 rheumatic diseases and conditions that can cause pain, stiffness and swelling in the joints or any part of the body. Additionally, it can damage joint cartilage which can lead to joint weakness, instability and visible deformities that can limit a person’s ability to perform basic daily tasks like walking, climbing stairs, using a computer keyboard, washing dishes or brushing your teeth. Arthritis can affect anyone regardless of age and most commonly affects joints in the knees, hips, hands and spine. If left undiagnosed and untreated, arthritis can cause irreversible damage to the joints, bones, organs, and skin. Not to mention dramatically impair your quality of life.

Arthritis-related conditions primarily affect the muscles and the bones but it is also considered to be systemic, affecting the whole body. Arthritis can cause damage to any organ or system, common in the lungs, kidneys, blood vessels, skin and even the heart. The Arthritis Foundation sites two independent studies (Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston and at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota) both of which prove that the widespread inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis is linked to heart disease and an increased risk of early death.

Nobody really knows the exact cause of arthritis but there are certain risk factors to keep in mind:

• Genetics – likely to contribute to risk

• Age – the older you are the more at risk you become.

• Weight – maintaining a healthy weight will ease the load on the joints.

• Previous Injury – major injuries are likely to contribute to risk.

• Hazards in the Workplace - repetitive, high demand jobs increase risk.

• Sports – high level, high demand sports can contribute to arthritis

• Illness or infection – an infection in the joint or gout can lead to arthritis.

When you have arthritis your immune system goes into over-drive and causes the joints to swell and become inflamed. Therefore, treating the inflammation becomes key in managing the pain and discomfort associated with this condition.

Sadly enough, the Arthritis Foundation reports that half of those Americans with arthritis don’t believe anything can be done to help ease their pain. You may be in that situation yourself, having thrown your hands up in frustration and simply decided to live with your pain. The good news is that by reducing the inflammation you can significantly ease the painful symptoms associated with arthritis.

Here are a few ways to reduce your inflammation:

• Exercise – lower weight means less stress on your joints

• Diet – Eat plenty of vegetables, fruits and whole-grain products; limit sugar, salt and fat (especially saturated fat found in animal products)

• Rest – a good balance between rest and activity is the key to joint health

• Medication - while medications may provide temporary relief by masking the pain they do not always get to the root of the problem – inflammation. They can also have serious side effects, especially with long-term use.

• Natural anti-inflammatory supplements – probably the most promising natural approach to reducing inflammation in a long time. I recommend supplements that contain systemic enzymes and all-natural herbal ingredients.

By taking these simple steps to reducing inflammation you will be well on your way to managing your arthritis pain and its devastating effects on your mind and body. Everyone should strive to achieve a healthy and active lifestyle for optimum health.

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Related articles about Arthritis:

• Pilates for Arthritis Pain (pilatesandreikiinparadise.com)
• Do the Arthritis Dance (osocio.org)
• Common Myths about Rheumatoid Arthritis (brassandivory.blogspot.com)
• Types of Arthritis (healthhype.com)
• RA and Heart Disease (brassandivory.blogspot.com)
• Blood test may predict rheumatoid arthritis (cnn.com)
• Relafen Lawsuit. Relafen Addictive. (slideshare.net)