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  2. Traction (orthopedics) - Wikipedia

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    Mechanical traction can be used for patients with cervical and lumbar spinal disorders such as cervical radiculopathy or lumbar spinal stenosis. Lumbar traction has been widely used in the clinic, previous meta-analyses have confirmed that mechanical traction in the supine position can relieve short-term pain in patients with radiculopathy. [4]

  3. Halo-gravity traction device - Wikipedia

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    Halo-gravity traction (HGT) is a type of traction device utilized to treat spinal deformities such as scoliosis, [1] [2] congenital spine deformities, cervical instability, basilar invagination, and kyphosis. [3] It is used prior to surgical treatment to reduce the difficulty of the following surgery and the need for a more dangerous surgery.

  4. 6 cervical traction devices to try for neck pain - AOL

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    To find the best cervical traction devices for alleviating chronic neck pain, we spoke to experts, including Hansraj, an orthopedic and spinal surgeon, and Jenna Crivelli, ...

  5. Spinal adjustment - Wikipedia

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    Table adjustments—The patient lies on a special table with drop-down sections. The chiropractor applies a quick thrust when the section drops. The table's drop allows for a lighter adjustment without the twisting positions that can accompany other techniques. Instrument adjustments—Often the gentlest methods of adjusting the spine. The ...

  6. Spinal decompression - Wikipedia

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    Traction is offered as a non-surgical method of spinal decompression. [4] A 2021 meta-analysis showed physiotherapy was an effective method of managing prolapsed lumbar intervertebral discs; [5] but was unable to establish the source of the pain relief reported.

  7. Cervical fracture - Wikipedia

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    Traction can be applied by free weights on a pulley or a halo type brace. The halo brace is the most rigid cervical brace, used when limiting motion to the minimum that is essential, especially with unstable cervical fractures. It can provide stability and support during the time (typically 8–12 weeks) needed for the cervical bones to heal.

  8. Chiropractic treatment techniques - Wikipedia

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    Atlas Orthogonal Technique is an upper cervical chiropractic treatment technique created by Frederick M. Vogel and Roy W. Sweat in 1979. It is a non-invasive technique that uses a percussion "Atlas Orthogonal instrument" in attempts to change ("adjust") the position of the atlas.

  9. Spinal precautions - Wikipedia

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    In general, the halo traction device is preferred for unstable fracture, while the cervical collars are used for neck sprain, stable fracture, or after surgical fixation. [8] Soft cervical collars do not restrict head movement and are more so used for comfort. [8]

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