What is Inter-segmental Traction?


This type of therapy is used to increase joint motion throughout the vertebrae in your back. This is done by laying on your back on the table that has three balls that gently roll up and down the length of your spine increasing the motion in each segment as it rolls thereby stimulating nerves that relax muscles and breaks up any restrictions in the areas. This procedure is one that most patients make the comment, “ I wish I could take this home with me.” This procedure is useful in increasing joint motion and breaking up tight muscle fibers to increase range of motion and overall function which will aid in the healing of the injured areas.