Cervical Traction

05 Jan
2018
Cervical Radiculopathy, Cervical Spine & Neck Pain, Cervical Traction, Musculoskeletal System, Physical Modalities
By André Broussard, D.C.

Cervical Radiculopathy: Effectiveness of Adding Traction to Physical Therapy—A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials – Full Text

Antonio Romeo Physical Therapy, Volume 98, Issue 4, 1 April 2018, Pages 231–242, https://doi.org/10.1093/physth/pzy001 Published: 05 January 2018 Abstract Background Cervical radiculopathy (CR) is a common cervical spine disorder. Cervical traction (CT) is a frequently recommended treatment for patients with CR. Purpose The purpose of this study was to conduct a review and meta-analysis of […]

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13 Apr
2017
Cervical HNP, Cervical Radiculopathy, Cervical Spine & Neck Pain, Cervical Traction, Musculoskeletal System, Physical Modalities
By André Broussard, D.C.

Cervical traction therapy with and without neck support: A finite element analysis

Musculoskeletal Science & Practice April 2017 Volume 28, Pages 1–9 Kuan Wang Highlights •This study analyzed the biomechanics of two cervical traction therapies. •Tension was uniformly distributed from C4-C6 with neck support. •Tension was uniformly distributed at the C6-C7 levels without neck support. •The intradiscal pressure decreased during both traction therapies. Abstract Background Cervical traction is commonly […]

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12 Sep
2014
Cervical Spine & Neck Pain, Cervical Traction, Musculoskeletal System, Physical Modalities, Traction
By André Broussard, D.C.

Multimodal Treatment Program Comparing 2 Different Traction Approaches for Patients With Discogenic Cervical Radiculopathy

Multimodal Treatment Program Comparing 2 Different Traction Approaches for Patients With Discogenic Cervical Radiculopathy: A Randomized Controlled Trial Ibrahim M. Moustafa, PT, PhD Journal of Chiropractic Medicine Volume 13, Issue 3, September 2014, Pages 157–167 Abstract Objective The purpose of this study was to investigate the immediate and long-term effects of a 1-year multimodal program […]

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08 Sep
2014
Acute Low Back Pain, CAM Therapies, Cervical Spine & Neck Pain, Cervical Traction, Chinese Herbal Therapy, Chiropractic, Chronic Low Back Pain, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Evidence Based Sources, Exercise & Rehab, Laser, Lumbar Spine & Low Back Pain, Lumbar Supports, Massage, Musculoskeletal System, Occupational, Physical Modalities, Psychiatric, Slide Shows, Spinal Manipulation/Mobilization, TENS, Traction, Ultrasound, Therapeutic, Workplace Interventions
By André Broussard, D.C.

The best evidence in back and neck pain care – CBRG QuickDecks – Slide Shows

CBRG QuickDecks is a set of the summary slides describing findings from systematic reviews published by the Cochrane Back Review Group (CBRG). These summaries provide clinicians and researchers with a snapshot of evidence on various treatment and prevention measures for back and neck pain. Below you will find the summaries organized by intervention type (pharmacological/surgical/ […]

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30 Apr
2014
Cervical Traction, Musculoskeletal System, Physical Modalities, Traction
By André Broussard, D.C.

Spinal traction promotes molecular transportation in a simulated degenerative intervertebral disc model

Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2014 Apr 20;39(9):E550-6. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000000269. Kuo YW1, Hsu YC, Chuang IT, Chao PH, Wang JL. Abstract STUDY DESIGN: Biomechanical experiment using an in situ porcine model. OBJECTIVE: To find the effect of traction treatment on annulus microstructure, molecular convection, and cell viability of degraded discs. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA: Spinal traction […]

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07 Feb
2014
Cervical Radiculopathy, Cervical Spine & Neck Pain, Cervical Traction, Musculoskeletal System, Physical Modalities
By André Broussard, D.C.

Neck and Arm Pain: Mechanical Traction and Exercises Prove an Effective Treatment (Patient Handout)

Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 2014, Volume: 44 Issue: 2 Pages: 58-58 doi:10.2519/jospt.2014.0501 A condition called cervical radiculopathy develops when a nerve in the neck region becomes irritated. This type of neck problem frequently causes neck pain, pain down the arm, and sometimes a loss of feeling or decreased strength in the arm. […]

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07 Feb
2014
Cervical Radiculopathy, Cervical Spine & Neck Pain, Cervical Traction, Musculoskeletal System, Physical Modalities
By André Broussard, D.C.

Exercise Only, Exercise With Mechanical Traction, or Exercise With Over-Door Traction for Patients With Cervical Radiculopathy, With or Without Consideration of Status on a Previously Described Subgrouping Rule

A Randomized Clinical Trial Julie M. Fritz, PT, PhD, ATC Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, February 2014, Volume: 44 Issue: 2 Pages: 45-57 doi:10.2519/jospt.2014.5065 Study Design Randomized clinical trial. Objectives To examine the effectiveness of cervical traction in addition to exercise for specific subgroups of patients with neck pain. Background Cervical traction is […]

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