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Hi doctor i have slipped dics problem ...my doctor said my to take traction...please advice me what is the correct process of traction...

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Dr. Andrew Lipton answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

Traction: traction for the low back can be achieved in a variety of ways including physical traction devices, inversion tables, and as simple as elevation of the feet while lying down

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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