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Can spinal decompression traction on lumbar affect cervical nerves?

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Decompression: Non surgical lumbar decompression is a form of traction therapy. In the lumbar area this is accomplished by pulling a pelvic harness in opposite direction away from a thoracic harness. Your neck or cervical area should not be affected.

Dr Jones agreed

Answered 4/3/2013

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Dr. Douglas Fronzaglia ii, do, ms answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Geriatrics

Maybe: It all depends on the type of traction machine used.

Dr Jacobson agreed

Answered 12/30/2013

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