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Results 1 - 10 of 10 for traction
  1. Traction 
    Traction means pulling on part of the body. Most often, traction uses devices such as weights and pulleys to ... joint back in position and keep it still. Traction is also used to keep a group of ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002336.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Lateral traction 
    Lateral traction is a treatment technique in which weight or tension is used to move a body part to ... Traction can be used to treat or reduce any joint dislocation or bone fracture by applying tension ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002243.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Chiropractic care for back pain 
    ... JW, Tolchin RB, Ross BS, Eubanks JE. Manipulation, traction, and massage. In: Cifu DX, ed. Braddom's Physical ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000416.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Closed reduction of a fractured bone 
    ... pushing or pulling the bone. This is called traction. After the bone is set: You will have ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000521.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Cervical spondylosis 
    ... muscles stronger. The therapist can also use neck traction to relieve some of the pressure in your ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000436.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Torticollis 
    ... cause, treatment may include: Physical therapy (applying heat, traction to the neck, and massage to help relieve ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000749.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  7. Spinal cord trauma 
    ... the bones of the spine to heal. Spinal traction may be suggested. This can help keep the ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001066.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  8. Heart MRI 
    ... is most often not recommended for traumatic injuries. Traction and life-support equipment cannot safely enter the ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003795.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  9. Low back pain - chronic 
    ... support your back Cold packs and heat therapy Traction Physical therapy, involving stretching and strengthening exercises Counseling ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007422.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  10. Sinus MRI scan 
    ... usually not recommended for acute trauma situations, because traction and life-support equipment cannot safely enter the ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007356.htm - Medical Encyclopedia