Cervical Traction Treatment

Cervical traction is the process of using force to straighten the spine. More common devices are similar to neck braces and weights that lift the skull. Cervical traction is used to treat damages to the spine from misalignment or pressure.

Application

• Cervical traction uses upward force on the spinal column, usually applied to the skull, while the rest of the body stays in place. This pulling motion aligns the spine and minimizes adverse effects on the spinal column.

Causes

• Spinal injuries can be caused by sports or accidents, internal injuries such as lesions, or improper healing of the affected area.

Treatment

• Cervical traction has a variety of uses. It can alleviate pain from pinched nerve roots, moving joints and damaged spinal disks. The most widely used treatment is for aligning the spinal column.

Products

• Some companies sell products to aid cervical traction regiments. Specially designed pillows are available, and over-the-door cervical traction devices allow more flexibility and portability.

Therapy

• Cervical traction can be used in conjunction with medication and can be a beneficial home therapy solution to spinal injuries. Your doctor can provide you with a physical therapy strategy.