Traction Therapy

Traction therapy is a gentle treatment that stretches the spine or neck to reduce pressure on joints, discs, and surrounding nerves. By creating space between vertebrae, traction helps relieve pain, decrease muscle tension, and improve overall spinal mobility.

What is Traction?

Traction therapy involves applying a controlled pulling force to the spine or neck, either manually or with mechanical assistance. This gentle stretch helps improve joint motion, reduce stiffness, and relieve pressure on compressed spinal structures.

Traction is commonly used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan and may be combined with chiropractic adjustments, soft-tissue work, and therapeutic exercises.

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Cervical Traction

Benefits of Traction Therapy

Treatments are slow, controlled, and customized to the patient’s comfort level.

How Traction Helps

  • Reducing pressure on spinal joints and discs
  • Decreasing muscle tightness and spasms
  • Improving spinal alignment and mobility
  • Relieving nerve irritation

Commonly Treated Conditions

  • Neck and low back pain
  • Muscle tension and stiffness
  • Sciatica and radiating pain
  • Joint compression or reduced mobility
  • Postural strain
most popular questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. When properly applied and supervised, traction therapy is a safe and effective treatment for many spinal conditions.

No. Traction is designed to be gentle. Most patients feel a mild stretching sensation and often find it relaxing.

Sessions typically last between 10–20 minutes, depending on the area treated and your individual needs.

The number of sessions varies depending on your condition, goals, and response to care. Some patients benefit from just a few sessions, while others improve with ongoing care.

Traction may not be appropriate for patients with certain conditions such as fractures, severe osteoporosis, or spinal instability. A full evaluation is always done first.

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