Intermittent traction relieves muscle spasm, improves circulation in the tissue, and prevents formation of adhesions between the dural sleeves of the nerve roots and the adjacent capsular structures. Intersegmental Traction is a form of traction achieved through a mechanical table, which induces a separation of spinal joints and stretching of myoligamentous attachments.
Common uses: It is used for strengthening of myoligamentous attachments, inducing motion in the spine, which aids in the breakup of fixations and possible restoration of normal spinal curves.