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A member asked:
Is traction useful for treatment for bulging cervical disc?
7 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Yes: I have a large number of patients who have avoided surgery via cervical traction.
Answered 10/20/2012
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No: That is because bulging discs are normal findings in people, not something that creates or causes pain. So there is no reason for any treatment in the first place.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Absolutely: I have taken care of thousands of people who have avoided surgery with traction, but care should be taken if it makes symptoms, particularly neurological worse, which is worrisome for a more severe compression.
Answered 4/30/2019
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It can: It is a safe treatment option and does work for many patients. Check out spine-health.Com.
Answered 2/26/2018
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