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Spinal traction is a form of treatment that decompresses and relieves pressure on the spine and associated nerves and tissues. It can be used manually or mechanically using a special traction table.
It is used to treat conditions such as herniated discs, sciatica, degenerative disc disease (DDD) pinched nerves and other back and spinal conditions.
Spinal traction can be manual or mechanical, depending on where it happens and your preference. Our practitioners can handle the procedure in our facility, but you can also have it done in the comfort of your home. Gravity-dependent traction is another alternative, but it also requires the presence of an expert. Regardless of your choice, you can be sure the technique will mobilize soft tissues, decompress pinched nerve roots, and reduce inflammation of intervertebral discs.
Traction can also align the cervical spinal dislocation, which happens when trauma or disease causes fractured bones to shift before healing.
The thought of applying force on the spine and pulling it in opposite directions may sound scary, but it is not when handled by a skilled professional who has done the same routine multiple times. We have the proper devices that guarantee safety without damaging underlying tissue.
Always insist on experienced personnel when undergoing spinal traction because potential side effects can leave you many side effects. The therapy is unsuitable if you have underlying conditions and can sometimes cause muscle spasms. There could be long-term risks, such as pain after treatment. Our careful approach eliminate such possibilities, guaranteeing your wellness. We always weigh the risks against the reward, proceeding with the therapy only after establishing that the pros outweigh the possible cons.
Traction results in correct spinal arrangement, decompressed spinal joints, and a pain-free lifestyle. We can better the positivity by adding other therapy options for all-rounded well-being.
Let us use our 20+ years of experience to assist you with your health concerns.