
Intended use / Indications / Contra-indications
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Intended use
The cl
Trac
is a traction device for separating the cervical, thoracic or lumbar
vertebrae along the inferosuperior axis of the spine by using a mechanical force.
Indications
Traction is indicated for general clinical use in case of musculoskeletal or
neurological impairments of the spine. The objective is to relieve peripheral
radiation/sciatica and pain. Traction is a widely used treatment for neck and low back
pain and it is typically provided in combination with other treatment modalities and an
exercise program.
The
cl
Trac
may be used to relieve peripheral radiation/sciatica and pain associated
with
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Protruding discs
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Spinal root impingement
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Bulging discs
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Hypomobility
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Herniated discs
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Degenerative joint disease
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Degenerative disc disease
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Facet syndrome
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Posterior facet syndrome
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Compression fractures
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Acute facet problems
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Joint pain
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Radicular pain
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Discogenic pain
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Prolapsed discs
Contra-indications
Traction therapy is contra-indicated in patients with:
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Structural disease secondary to tumor or infection
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Patients with vascular compromise
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Any condition for which movement is contraindicated
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Patients with acute strains, sprains, and inflammation which would be
aggravated by traction therapy
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Patients with joint instability of the spine
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Pregnancy
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Osteoporosis
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Hiatus hernia
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Claustrophobia
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Cardiac or pulmonary problems
Intended user
Trained health care practitioners, such as physicians, physiotherapist and nurses.