Traction Therapy
What Is Spinal Traction Therapy?
Spinal traction therapy is a treatment used in physical therapy to relieve pressure on the spine and surrounding structures. By gently stretching the spine, either manually or with mechanical devices, it helps reduce nerve compression, relieve back or neck pain, improve spinal alignment, and increase mobility. Traction is often used for conditions such as herniated discs, sciatica, spinal stenosis, or chronic back and neck pain to support healing and improve function.
Spinal Traction Therapy for Healing
Spinal traction therapy supports healing by gently stretching the spine to relieve pressure on discs, nerves, and surrounding tissues. This stretching increases blood flow, reduces inflammation, promotes tissue repair, and helps realign the spine. By alleviating nerve compression and improving spinal mobility, traction therapy can reduce pain, restore function, and support recovery from injuries, herniated discs, or chronic back and neck conditions.
Pressure Relief and Stretch
Spinal traction therapy helps relieve pressure on the spine while gently stretching muscles, ligaments, and discs. This controlled stretching reduces nerve compression, eases pain, improves flexibility, and promotes proper spinal alignment. By combining pressure relief with targeted stretching, traction therapy supports healing, restores mobility, and enhances overall spinal function during rehabilitation.
Spinal Traction Therapy as Part of Physical Therapy
Spinal traction therapy is often incorporated into physical therapy treatment plans to help patients recover from back and neck conditions. By gently stretching the spine and relieving pressure on discs and nerves, it reduces pain, improves flexibility, and promotes proper alignment. When combined with exercises, manual therapy, and other rehabilitation techniques, spinal traction enhances healing, restores mobility, and supports patients in returning to daily activities safely and effectively.