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The Effects of Hanging Upside Down: Insights from Inversion Therapy

Author
Your Body On
Published
Fri 30 May 2025
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In 2008, American illusionist David Blaine undertook a daring stunt called "The Dive of Death," where he hung upside down for an impressive 60 hours. Could prolonged inversion be harmful? This episode explores the practice of inversion therapy, a technique used to enhance circulation and alleviate back pain.
Timeline:

00:00 - Hanging Upside Down for One Week

01:12 - Inversion therapy

01:31 - Blood pressure

02:09 - A brain hemorrhage

03:02 - Migraine

Note: This video is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified health provider with questions about your health. If you think you may have an emergency, contact your doctor or emergency services immediately.

00:00: Hanging Upside Down for One Week01:12: Inversion therapy01:31: Blood pressure02:09: A brain hemorrhage03:02: Migraine
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See show notes: https://inlet.fm/your-body-on/episodes/67dda4b5e7a265c57f7e11ce
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