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Results 1 - 6 of 6 for traction
  1. Falls (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... or slipping due to loss of footing or traction At any age, people can make changes to ...
  2. Neck Injuries and Disorders (National Library of Medicine)  
    Any part of your neck - muscles, bones, joints, tendons, ligaments, or nerves - can cause neck problems. Neck pain is very common. Pain may also come from your ...
  3. Scoliosis (National Library of Medicine)  
    Scoliosis causes a sideways curve of your backbone, or spine. These curves are often S- or C-shaped. Scoliosis is most common in late childhood and the early teens, ...
  4. Spinal Cord Injuries (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... term effects. Treatments may include medicines, braces or traction to stabilize the spine, and surgery. Later treatment ...
  5. Spine Injuries and Disorders (National Library of Medicine)  
    Your backbone, or spine, is made up of 26 bone discs called vertebrae. The vertebrae protect your spinal cord and allow you to stand and bend. A number of ...
  6. Winter Weather Emergencies (National Library of Medicine)  
    ... shovel Cat litter or sand for better tire traction Water and snacks Extra warm clothing Jumper cables ...