Question 1

have cervical spondylosis. did neck traction 3 times, started at mininum weight n increase 1kg every time. now feel tension at throat. is it related?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely anything : Is happening other than there are front or anterior neck muscles that may be strained from the traction to explain your symptoms .  If it persists or worsens, get checked by your doctor.

Question 2

what happens to your neck during a traction session? are portable neck traction units beneficial not the one over the door? please help

Accepted Answer

Traction: It helps to fight the effects of gravity. As it elongates the neck, the height of the disc becomes taller. This increases water content and blood flow to the area. Unfortunately, this is not a sustained effect. You cannot fight gravity permanently!

Question 3

for a 54 year old woman who's 52kg or 115lbs, what weight is suitable for neck traction and what weight for lumbar traction?

Accepted Answer

Weight not a factor: The issue is not the traction but the cause of the problem to start with. Neck and back spondylosis is a result of ligament damage and prolotherapy is the cure. Visit www.Getprolo.Com or www.Aaomed.Org for information and to find a doctor. To help you.

Question 4

which is the best cervical traction collar for your neck?

Accepted Answer

Pneumatic: These air powered bladder devices are the best-but pricey.

Question 5

can cervical traction or the usage of a home cervical traction device cause cervical vertigo - dizziness caused by neck movements?

Accepted Answer

unlikely. : Limit the use or decrease the weight to see if that makes the difference.

Question 6

does cervical traction work  neck muscle spasm?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A muscle , if resisted, will fatigue-and relax.

Question 7

im a 51 year old man in good shape. can a home over the door traction device for my neck (cervical spine) truly help relieve whatever is impinging on my c8 nerve root causing mild to moderate pins+needles in my left pinky finger? any ideas? thank

Accepted Answer

Check with your orth: I would strongly advise you to see an orthopedic surgeon to properly assess your condition and recommend appropriate intervention rather than the diy route which might cause worse problems than you are trying to remedy

Question 8

is home traction for the oa in my neck safe?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If done properly and following packet instructions. Home traction can be perfectly safe.

Question 9

are there any dangerous side-effects from cervical traction?

Accepted Answer

There can be: Be careful. Some conditions are known to respond to traction others do not. Theoretically the side effects of traction may include paralysis and death obviously these are incredibly rare but talk to your physician first.

Question 10

can having traction done on your neck help nerve impingement?

Accepted Answer

IT MAY: There are many different modalities in physical therapy such as aqua therapy, deep heat ultrasound, massage therapy, traction, etc.  Each patient may react differently to each different type of therapy.  Best wishes.

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Have cervical spondylosis. did neck traction 3 times, started at mininum weight n increase 1kg every time. now feel tension at throat. is it related?

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What happens to your neck during a traction session? are portable neck traction units beneficial not the one over the door? please help

A member asked:

For a 54 year old woman who's 52kg or 115lbs, what weight is suitable for neck traction and what weight for lumbar traction?

A member asked:

Which is the best cervical traction collar for your neck?

A member asked:

Can cervical traction or the usage of a home cervical traction device cause cervical vertigo - dizziness caused by neck movements?

A member asked:

Does cervical traction work neck muscle spasm?

A member asked:

Im a 51 year old man in good shape. can a home over the door traction device for my neck (cervical spine) truly help relieve whatever is impinging on my c8 nerve root causing mild to moderate pins+needles in my left pinky finger? any ideas? thank

A member asked:

Is home traction for the oa in my neck safe?

A member asked:

Are there any dangerous side-effects from cervical traction?

A member asked:

Can having traction done on your neck help nerve impingement?

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