Mechanical Traction Therapy in Miami Lakes
Gentle, controlled spinal traction to decompress discs, relieve nerve pressure, and restore mobility after a car accident injury.
What Is Mechanical Traction?
Mechanical traction is a non-invasive therapy that uses a specialized table or device to apply a gentle, controlled pulling force to the spine. This stretching action creates space between the vertebrae, relieving pressure on compressed discs and pinched nerves. It is one of the most effective treatments available for spinal injuries sustained in car accidents.
How It Helps Car Accident Injuries
The sudden impact of a collision can compress spinal discs, irritate nerve roots, and cause significant muscle spasm. Mechanical traction directly addresses these issues by decompressing the spine, allowing herniated or bulging disc material to retract, reducing nerve irritation, and improving circulation to injured tissues. Patients commonly experience relief from neck pain, back pain, radiating arm or leg pain, and headaches.
What to Expect During Treatment
During a mechanical traction session, you will lie comfortably on a padded treatment table while a harness is gently secured around your pelvis or neck, depending on the area being treated. The device then applies a steady, rhythmic traction force for 15–20 minutes. Most patients find the treatment relaxing and experience immediate relief. A full course of treatment typically involves multiple sessions over several weeks.
Conditions Treated with Mechanical Traction
Mechanical traction is particularly effective for disc herniations, bulging discs, sciatica, cervical radiculopathy, whiplash injuries, degenerative disc disease, and facet joint syndrome. Our clinical team will evaluate your specific injury and determine whether mechanical traction is the right treatment for your condition.
Integrated with Your Full Treatment Plan
At Chiropractic & Rehabilitation of Miami Lakes, mechanical traction is integrated into a comprehensive care plan that may also include chiropractic adjustments, massage therapy, and rehabilitative exercises. This multi-disciplinary approach ensures the fastest and most complete recovery possible after a car accident.