Mechanical lumbar traction

Mechanical Lumbar Traction in Physiotherapy

ActiveForm Physiotherapy is a hands on practice and all sessions are one-on-one. This quality care can involve joint mobilisation techniques as well as dry mechanical lumbar traction.

If you are looking to try mechanical lumbar traction in conjunction with physio in the Fortitude Valley / Newstead, Brisbane area book online with Zak today. 

Mechanical Lumbar Traction [What is it?]

Mechanical traction involves the use of a bed that produces a controlled decompression force on the lumbar spine while laying down. Mechanical lumbar traction is a successful treatment that compliments other treatments used at ActiveForm Physio.

Mechanical Lumbar Traction [What does it do?]

Mechanical lumbar traction involves laying down on your back with two belts above and below the lumbar segments being treated. A mechanical decompression force is then applied to the belts to provide a stretch the the lumbar spine. This gentle joint space opening can give relief to some people who suffer sciatica pain originating from the low back.

Mechanical Lumbar Traction [How can it help me?]

For a particular group of patients, it can aid in relieving sciatic / nerve pain of the leg usually once other techniques have been trialled first. Watch the video above for an example!

ActiveForm Physio operates with Next Practice Newstead and is Located in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane bordering Newstead and is within walking distance of Bowen Hills, Teneriffe and New Farm.