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what is 'cervical traction'? Definition for Cervical Traction Cervical Traction is also known as: neck traction Cervical Traction is a medical procedure used for such diagnoses as: herniated disk, spinal cord trauma and whiplash injury. related diagnosis for 'cervical traction' 1 - 3 of 3 diagnosis herniated disk bulging out of central portion of disk in vertebral column Cervical Traction and herniated disk spinal cord trauma injury to spinal cord Cervical Traction and spinal cord trauma whiplash injury head and neck moving rapidly backward then forward Cervical Traction and whiplash injury related procedure for 'cervical traction'/associated diagnoses 1 - 5 of 23 procedures CT scan Cervical Traction and CT scan Cervical radiography Cervical Traction and Cervical radiography Physical and Occupational Therapy Arthritis Physical and Occupational Therapy Cervical Traction and Physical and Occupational Therapy X-rays Cervical Traction and X-rays Bed rest Cervical Traction and Bed rest CT Spine Cervical Traction and CT Spine CT lumbosacral spine Cervical Traction and CT lumbosacral spine Cervical Spine fusion Cervical Traction and Cervical Spine fusion Fusion of Lower Spine Cervical Traction and Fusion of Lower Spine Injection of Steroid Into Spinal Canal Cervical Traction and Injection of Steroid Into Spinal Canal Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Lumbosacral Spine Cervical Traction and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Lumbosacral Spine Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Spine Cervical Traction and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Spine Spinal Cord decompression Cervical Traction and Spinal Cord decompression Spinal Decompression and fusion Cervical Traction and Spinal Decompression and fusion Spinal Traction Cervical Traction and Spinal Traction Spinal fusion Cervical Traction and Spinal fusion Steroid injections Cervical Traction and Steroid injections X-ray spine Cervical Traction and X-ray spine cervical decompression Cervical Traction and cervical decompression no heavy lifting Cervical Traction and no heavy lifting for more please login, login is free (click to login) related medication for 'cervical traction'/associated diagnoses 1 - 5 of 23 drugs ibuprofen(motrin) Cervical Traction and ibuprofen(motrin) acetaminophen Cervical Traction and acetaminophen aspirin Cervical Traction and aspirin ibuprofen Cervical Traction and ibuprofen methylprednisolone(medrol) Cervical Traction and methylprednisolone(medrol) naproxen Cervical Traction and naproxen for more please login, login is free (click to login) The following are types of physicians relevant for 'Cervical Traction'. related types of physicians 'family practitioner, internist' show local physicians postal code Find Local stars represent relevance to topic not rating more The results are computer generated suggestions to help you find a physician. MEDgle does not recommend any particular type of physician or claim to be complete or accurate in the providers and specialties suggested. web search results for 'cervical traction'? Results 1 - 50 - Cervical Traction [Effects of intermittent cervical traction on muscle pain. Flowmetric ... The effects of cervical intermittent traction on neck and shoulder pain were ... in the cervical paraspinal muscles before and after the traction treatment. ... http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8195323   www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov - summary Brain abscess complicating cervical traction. Brain abscess complicating cervical traction. Full text ... Celli P, Palatinsky E. Brain abscess as a complication of cranial traction. Surg Neurol. ... http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1834585   www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov - summary Clinical outcome from mechanical intermittent cervical traction for the ... ... Effectiveness of traction for the treatment of cervical spinal syndromes is ... completed a course of treatment using mechanical intermittent cervical traction. ... http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11324874   www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov - summary Brain abscess complicating cervical traction. ... 539. Copyright notice. Brain abscess complicating cervical traction. A. T. Reece and N. V. Todd ... WITH INJURY OF THE CERVICAL SPINE USING BLACKBURN SKULL ... http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1840391   www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov - summary A new 3-point bending traction method for restoring cervical lordosis ... OBJECTIVE: To evaluate a new 3-point bending type of cervical traction. ... Cervical manipulation was provided for the first 3 to 4 weeks of treatment. ... http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11932844?ordinalpos=35&it...   www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov - summary Treatment of Cervical Spondylosis and Arthritis of the Neck ... a neck brace to immobilize the neck, physical therapy, cervical traction or ... Diagnosing Cervical Spondylosis with MRIs CT Scans and other Tests ... http://backandneck.about.com/od/conditions/ss/neckarthritis_7.htm   backandneck.about.com - summary Traction (orthopedics) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia In orthopedic medicine, traction refers to the set of mechanisms for ... In most cases cervical traction may be adjusted or temporarily removed, per ... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Traction_(orthopedics)   en.wikipedia.org - summary Neck Pain - Information About Causes of Neck Pain and Treatment Issues ... whiplash, or it may be a problem with the nerves or bones of the cervical spine. ... Cervical Traction ... Cervical Spine Problems ... http://orthopedics.about.com/od/neckpain/Information_About_C...   orthopedics.about.com - summary Cervical Spondylosis - A Cause of Neck Pain Cervical spondylosis is a degenerative condition involving ... Modalities such as cervical traction and manual manipulation are also helpful. Related Articles ... http://physicaltherapy.about.com/od/orthopedicsandpt/a/spondylosis.htm   physicaltherapy.about.com - summary Cervical Disc Disease: Physical Therapy and Other Options If you have neck pain from cervical disc disease, a physical therapist can show ... It's also possible to do cervical traction at home. ... http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/physical-therapy-other-options?src=RSS_PUBLIC   www.webmd.com - summary The efficacy of cervical extension-compression traction combined with ... ... the effect of cervical extension-compression traction combined with ... and cervical extension-compression traction five times per week for 10-14 wk (12 ... http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7989879?ordinalpos=57&ito...   www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov - summary Whiplash Information Page - NINDS Whiplash information sheet compiled by the National Institute of ... motion exercises, physical therapy, and cervical traction may also be prescribed. ... http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/whiplash/whiplash.htm   www.ninds.nih.gov - summary Neck Osteoarthritis - Cervical Spondylosis - Osteoarthritis in the Neck The primary symptom of neck osteoarthritis is neck pain. ... Physical therapy including cervical traction, hot or cold therapy, and an ... http://osteoarthritis.about.com/od/neckcervicalosteoarthritis/a/neck_OA.htm   osteoarthritis.about.com - summary Back Pain caused from Back Injury - WebMD ... from back injury such as spondylolisthesis and cervical radiculopathy. ... therapy might include gentle cervical traction and mobilization, exercises, and ... http://www.webmd.com/back-pain/guide/pain-management-back-pain?page=2   www.webmd.com - summary Neck Strain Treatment: First Aid Information for Neck Strain ... spine contained within the neck is referred to as the cervical spine. That's the site for injuries known as neck strain. ... home cervical traction, under the ... http://firstaid.webmd.com/neck_strain_treatment_firstaid.htm   firstaid.webmd.com - summary Cervical fracture - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Cervical fractures may be seen in several non-contact sports, such as skiing, ... Traction can be applied by free weights on a pulley or a Halo type brace. ... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cervical_fracture   en.wikipedia.org - summary Safe handling of patients on cervical traction. 1: Nurs Times. 1998 Apr 8-14;94(14):57-9. Safe handling of patients on cervical traction. ... Traction/instrumentation. Traction/methods. Traction/nursing ... http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9615644   www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov - summary Cervical Traction in the Home Cervical Traction in the Home. Carroll A. Laurin. Abstract. The indications for and contraindications to cervical traction are discussed. ... http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1935146   www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov - summary Cervical Fractures - Diagnosis and Treatment of Neck Fracture Cervical Fractures - cause and treatment ... severe or complex fracture may require traction, or surgical repair or a spinal fusion. ... http://sportsmedicine.about.com/cs/neck/a/neck5.htm   sportsmedicine.about.com - summary Whiplash - MedicineNet - Health and Medical Information Produced by Doctors Read doctor-produced health and medical information written for you to ... motion exercises, physical therapy, and cervical traction may also be prescribed. ... http://www.medicinenet.com/guide.asp?s=rss&a=86196&k=Whiplash_Specialty   www.medicinenet.com - summary Cervical Spondylosis - MedlinePlus Gives information about cervical spondylosis including symptoms, ... Severe cases may need hospitalization with complete bedrest and traction for 1 or 2 weeks. ... http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000436.htm   www.nlm.nih.gov - summary cervical radiculopathy Damage to nerve roots in the cervical area can cause pain and the loss of ... therapy might include gentle cervical traction and mobilization, exercises, and ... http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/pain-management-cervical-radiculopathy   www.webmd.com - summary Physical Therapy Abbreviations The words behind abbreviations used in physical therapy are uncovered in ... CTx- cervical traction. D. DJD- degenerative disc disease. DF- dorsiflexion. E ... http://physicaltherapy.about.com/od/abbreviationsandterms/a/PTabbreviations.htm   physicaltherapy.about.com - summary Pediatric cervical spine instability Cervical collars, braces, and traction often help for persistent complaints of ... should be hospitalized for cervical traction, muscle relaxants and analgesics. ... http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=2656787   www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov - summary Cervical vertebrae - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia In humans, cervical vertebrae are the smallest of the true vertebrae, and can be ... Cervical pain because of C4 and C5 can be treated by contineous traction and ... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cervical_spine   en.wikipedia.org - summary Neck Strains ... neck is referred to as the cervical spine. That's the site for injuries ... persistent pain, including home cervical traction, under the direction of your ... http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/neck-strain?page=5   www.webmd.com - summary Resolution of cervical radiculopathy in a woman after chiropractic ... ... the cervical spine, as well as soft tissue techniques, traction, nonsteroidal ... cervical traction,11,13-17 and manual therapies, including HVLA manipulation, ... http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=2647101   www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov - summary Cervical spondylosis Cervical spondylosis is a disorder caused by abnormal wear on ... Severe cases may need hospitalization with complete bedrest and traction for 1 or 2 weeks. ... http://adam.about.com/encyclopedia/infectiousdiseases/Cervical-spondylosis.htm   adam.about.com - summary Whiplash ... joints, discs, and ligaments, cervical muscles, and nerve roots. ... motion exercises, physical therapy, and cervical traction may also be prescribed. ... http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/whiplash/xml_whiplash.xml   www.ninds.nih.gov - summary 454130 1979 09 01 1979 09 01 2004 11 17 0003-9993 60 7 1979 Jul Breast ... ... biopies, were successfully treated by cervical traction for chronic breast pain. ... clinical or electromyographic evidence of cervical root compromise. ... http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/454130   www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov - summary Management of Cervical Spine Injuries in Athletes ... diagnosis and treatment of such problems, cervical traction with a device such ... initially evaluated and placed in cervical traction to reduce the fracture, a ... http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?tool=pub...   www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov - summary Neck Pain (Cervical Pain) Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and Diagnosis on ... ... about neck pain treatment, symptoms and diagnosis. Cervical pain causes include whiplash, pinched nerve, herniated ... traction, soft collar, traction, ... http://www.medicinenet.com/neck_pain/article.htm   www.medicinenet.com - summary please05988's profile on WebMD ... 3 CESI and 1 trigger point along with PT, TENS, and cervical traction at home ... To find others with my problems. Where I can be found on WebMD. Back pain ... http://boards.webmd.com/webx?224@@4dc86dc1@   boards.webmd.com - summary The efficacy of intermittent cervical traction in patents with chronic ... The efficacy of intermittent cervical traction in patents with chronic neck pain. ... studies about the usefulness of traction therapy have concluded with conflicting ... http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18431541?dopt=Abstract   www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov - summary Chiropractic clinical practice guideline: evidence-based treatment of ... Cervical treatments: manipulation, mobilization, ischemic pressure, clinic- and ... Multiple manipulations with 3-point traction improve pain in the medium and long ... http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1839918   www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov - summary Cervical Disc Treatment: Managing Neck Pain at Home If you suffer from cervical disc disease, a number of stretches and self ... traction, and as a last resort, surgery, can help ease neck pain from cervical ... http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/managing-neck-pain-home?src=RSS_PUBLIC   www.webmd.com - summary [Treatment of cervical spondylosis with V shape traction pillow] [Treatment of cervical spondylosis with V shape traction pillow] [Article in Chinese] ... Spondylosis/therapy* Traction. PMID: 19203028 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] ... http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19203028   www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov - summary A Clinical Practice Guideline Update from The CCA?CFCRB-CPG ... recently reported using intermittent cervical traction and manipulation of the ... RE, Piva SR. Intermittent cervical traction and thoracic manipulation for ... http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1924659   www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov - summary 11986581 2002 05 02 2002 06 24 2004 11 17 0161-4754 25 3 2002 Mar-Apr ... ... was successfully managed again with cervical traction and physiotherapy. CONCLUSION: Cervical spine traction could be considered as a therapy of choice ... http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11986581?ordinalpos=15&it...   www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov - summary Respiratory Management During the First Five Days After Spinal Cord Injury Nasogastric tubes and cervical traction may limit the use of BiPAP. Top ... of a nasogastric tube or if the patient is in cervical traction with a halo. ... http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=2031940   www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov - summary Cervical spondylosis Cervical spondylosis is a disorder caused by abnormal wear on the cartilage and ... traction may be recommended instead of, or in addition to, a cervical collar. ... http://adam.about.com/encyclopedia/000436trt.htm   adam.about.com - summary MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Torticollis Provides illustrations, alternative names, defiinition, causes and risks, ... Application of heat, traction to the cervical spine, and massage may help ... http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000749.htm   www.nlm.nih.gov - summary Intraspinal dural distraction inciting spinal radiculopathy: cranial to ... ... cervical traction for a primary complaint of cervical radiculopathy. ... to-caudal traction of the intraspinal pia with cervical spine distraction was ... http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15668563   www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov - summary Inclusion of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) in the Management ... ... of preference, cervical spine stabilization, neuromobilization, or traction. ... and neuromobilization were used as an alternative to cervical traction. ... http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19119376?ordinalpos=213&i...   www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov - summary Cervical Disc Disease and Neck Pain Cervical disc disease can cause radiating pain, as well as numbness and weakness ... The therapist can use cervical traction, or gently manipulate your muscles and ... http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/features/neck-pain?page=2   www.webmd.com - summary Massage Therapy and Frequency of Chronic Tension Headaches ... cervical ... Gentle traction was applied with the head first slightly ... Traction was held for 15 seconds in each position. Phase 4?trigger point ... http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1447303   www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov - summary MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Spinal cord trauma Injuries to the cervical or high-thoracic spinal cord may also result in blood ... Spinal traction may reduce dislocation and/or may be used to immobilize the spine. ... http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001066.htm   www.nlm.nih.gov - summary THE MERCK MANUAL OF GERIATRICS, Ch. 50, Nonmetabolic Bone Disease Persons with a congenitally narrow cervical canal are at increased risk. ... includes a soft collar, cervical traction, anti-inflammatory drugs, and mild analgesics. ... https://www.merck.com/mkgr/mmg/sec7/ch50/ch50b.jsp   /www.merck.com - summary A systematic review of the diagnostic accuracy of provocative tests of ... Cervical radiculopathy refers to those subjects with signs and symptoms related ... While the Spurling's test, traction/neck distraction, and Valsalva's manoeuvre ... http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=2200707   www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov - summary Segmental cervical spine motion during orotracheal intubation of the ... ... with manual in-line cervical immobilization; and 3) with Gardner-Wells traction. ... Traction limited but did not prevent motion at the Oc-C1 junction, but ... http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10763692   www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov - summary show more 1  2

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