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2. 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.

3. 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]

4. Williams Flexion Exercises - Wikipedia

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   As treatment, McKenzie recommended exercises and postural instructions which restore or maintain the lumbar lordosis. Although exercises involving lumbar spine extension are emphasized in this treatment protocol, particularly in the early stages, lumbar flexion exercises are usually added at a later time in order that the patient has full range ...

5. 6 Best Pilates Exercises to Improve Your Balance ... - AOL

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   We spoke with Stacey Jernigan, instructor for Club Pilates, who breaks down some of the best Pilates exercises to improve your balance."Pilates is one of the gold standards in guiding th.

6. 6 Best Leg Workouts for Men After 50 - AOL

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   Stand on one leg with your other foot lifted slightly off the ground. Hold the position for 20 to 30 seconds, maintaining balance. Switch legs and repeat. Perform three sets on each leg. 2. Side ...

7. Neurogenic claudication - Wikipedia

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   Posterior pelvic tilt (bridges) - Lying on the back, bend both legs and place your feet on the floor. Raise stomach from the ground, lifting the back and pelvis, until the back is straight. Hold for 5–10 seconds and relax. Neural Stretching of the legs - Lying on the back, bring one leg up with a stretching band until a stretch is felt in the ...

8. Hyperextension (exercise) - Wikipedia

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   Back extension performed at an angle using an exercise ball. Back extensions can be performed with or without various equipment. Without any equipment It may be performed on the ground by lying prone with arms overhead and lifting the arms, upper torso, and legs as far as possible. Gravity provides resistance to strengthen the back extensor ...

9. Low back pain - Wikipedia

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   The lumbar (or lower back) region is the area between the lower ribs and gluteal fold which includes five lumbar vertebrae (L1–L5) and the sacrum. In between these vertebrae are fibrocartilaginous discs , which act as cushions, preventing the vertebrae from rubbing together while at the same time protecting the spinal cord .