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

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   This cervical neck traction device is recommended by Hansraj, who says that inflatable traction devices are great for people with different levels of neck pain and stiffness. “Usually made with ...

4. 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.

5. Cervical fracture - Wikipedia

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   Patients with cervical fractures will likely be prescribed medication for pain control. In the long term, physical therapy will be given to build strength in the muscles of the neck to increase stability and better protect the cervical spine. Collars, traction and surgery can be used to immobilize and stabilize the neck after a cervical fracture.

6. 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]

7. 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.