Traction

Traction is the application of a mechanical force to body in a way that separates, or attempts to separate the joints surfaces, elongates soft tissues or align the bone fragments.

Machanism of action of traction:

The rationale for traction is based on the mechanical and reflex mechanism. Spinal elongation through an increase of the intervertebral joint space and the relaxation of spinal muscles is assumed to be the most important of the proposed mechanisms by which traction could be effective.

Indications

Spinal nerve root impingement
Joint hypo mobility
Spondylolisthesis
TendonitisDegenerative joint disease
Extrinsic muscle spasm and muscle guarding
Discogenic pain

Contraindications

Osteomyelitis
Spinal cord tumour
Hypertension
Severe Osteoporosis
Cardiovascular disease
Pregnancy
Cauda equina compression
Inadequate expertise

Traction Treatment In Ahmedabad

Complete Care Physiotherapy Clinic in Ahmedabad provides traction therapy as an effective treatment to people suffering from herniated discs, sciatica, and spinal misalignment Under the expert supervision of a qualified team.. Traction therapy includes carefully stretching the spine to reduce pressure on the spinal discs and nerves, which results in appropriate alignment and relieving pain.

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