Intersegmental Traction is a way of introducing passive motion into the spine for the purpose of stretching spinal joints,increasing mobility. The patient lies face up on a bench table which has a roller-type cams beneath its surface. These rollers can slowly travel the length of the spine,directing spinal joints. Most patients find this form of treatment to be relaxing and very helpful. The gentle rolling action is restful, exercising the spine without effort. Since disc have a poor blood supply, they get nutrients from the circulation of fluids surounding spinal joints. Fixations prevent this natural circulation and can cause disc thinning and degeneration. Intersegmental traction helps increase and restore necessary elasticity and motion to the spine.
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