SPINALATOR--NEW vs OLD / REFURBISHED

 What to Know Before Buying a Used or Refurbished Roller Table
A quick, honest guide for chiropractors comparing new vs. pre-owned Spinalator-style tables.

Many clinics consider used or “refurbished” roller tables to save money.

But most pre-owned Spinalators are 20–30+ years old, heavily worn, and missing key safety features.

This guide explains:
– What’s risky about older units
– Why “refurbished” usually means cleaned, not rebuilt
– What to expect from a new U.S.-built table
– When a used table might be okay

– 20–30 years of wear
– No manufacturer warranty
– Unknown motor or gearbox condition
– Missing safety shut-offs
– Hard-to-find parts
– A lower upfront price, higher long-term risk

– Modern motors and rollers
– UL-rated components
– Warranty + support
– Smooth, reliable operation
– Long-term parts availability
– Built fresh (not patched together)

Many used models were built decades ago and fall short of today’s safety expectations.

Common issues:
– Motor overheating
– Worn gearboxes
– Flat or cracked rollers
– Failing timers
– Missing shut-off features

A table from the 1990s may look fine online but be near end-of-life.

Often it means:
– New upholstery
– Cleaned cabinet
– Maybe a new timer

But motors, gearboxes, and rollers are usually original — and many replacement parts no longer exist.

Modern Spinalator-style tables include:
– Updated motors and electronics
– Current UL-rated parts
– Better safety features
– Smooth operation
– Warranty and long-term support

Built in 3–5 weeks, not from recycled parts.

Only if:
– You’re comfortable with no warranty
– You can handle repairs
– Budget is the top priority

Most busy clinics choose new for safety and reliability.

Many listings show:
– “Refurbished” claims
– “Like new” descriptions
– “Parts available” (often not true)

Pages may be empty, out-of-stock, or offer no warranty, no support, and no manufacturer information.

New tables provide:
– Reliability
– Safety
– Warranty-backed uptime
– Modern appearance
– Predictable performance
– Long-term support

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(Made in the USA • Built in 3–5 Weeks)