Spine extension

Osteochondrosis is a condition that nearly every person experiences at some point in life — and it's hard to disagree with this statement. Many are familiar with symptoms such as numbness in the arms or legs, tension in the lower back, and general back pain...

Traction therapy is a pathogenetically justified treatment method for various degenerative-dystrophic diseases of the spine. Spinal traction — controlled stretching and relaxation by force and time — is a highly effective technique that provides both immediate pain relief and long-term preventive benefits. The main mechanism involves decompressing anatomical structures of the spinal column. Years of clinical practice confirm its high effectiveness.

Treatment at our sanatorium is carried out using the "TRA-Computer" series device (Germany) equipped with a diathermy attachment "Milli." This system enables dry, pulsed traction of the spine and major joints under full computer control. The procedure is completely safe — unlike other types of traction, there is no risk of overstretching or damaging muscle fibers, since the pulling force is precisely adjusted based on the patient’s weight. It is indicated for:

Spinal osteochondrosis with radicular syndrome;
Disk protrusion and herniation;
Pathobiochemical changes in the spine;
Deforming arthritis of hip, knee, ankle, and shoulder joints;
Joint contractures after injuries;
Postural disorders;
Scoliosis in children.

This method has improved health for thousands of patients ranging from adolescents to elderly individuals. Scoliosis, spondyloarthrosis, and posture problems respond well to treatment. Clinical pain relief can often be achieved even after the first course of therapy.

Extensive research has confirmed that traction therapy reduces pressure within intervertebral discs and increases their height. This creates favorable conditions for the disc structures to retract or realign. As disc height improves, so does the space between vertebrae — which expands the openings through which nerve roots and blood vessels pass. At the same time, microcirculation improves, venous stasis decreases (reducing swelling), and nerve root irritation subsides.

Such spinal traction creates new conditions for the recovery of spinal segments and all related tissues, while completely eliminating the possibility of any minor trauma during the procedure. Spinal traction has a complex effect, including:

Stretching of posterior annular and longitudinal ligaments;
Reduction of posterior intervertebral disc prolapse;
Expansion of the spinal canal;
Stimulation of tissue mechanoreceptors, reducing pain and paresthesia;
Restoration of sensitivity;
Improved blood flow to nerve endings.

Spinal traction promotes:

Increased delivery of nutrients from the bloodstream into the disc structures via adjacent vertebrae, accelerating regeneration;
Reduced compression of nerve roots and vascular plexuses due to enlargement of intervertebral foramina;
Relief of facet joint blockades and interruption of pain impulses causing muscle spasms;
Reduction of muscle spasms and restoration of range of motion;
Restoration of normal blood circulation, lymphatic drainage, and venous outflow;
Elimination of tissue edema.

Indications for Spinal Traction:

The following conditions serve as indications for spinal traction therapy:

Intervertebral disc herniation;
Scoliosis;
Pain in the lumbar, thoracic, and cervical regions;
Acute radicular syndrome;
Degenerative changes in intervertebral joints and ligaments;
Osteochondrosis;
Spondylosis;
Spondylarthritis;
Deforming osteoarthritis;
Disc protrusions;
Disc degeneration;
Secondary vertebral-visceral syndromes (vertebrobasilar insufficiency, cervical syndrome, scapulo-humeral syndrome, costoclavicular syndrome, muscle spasm syndrome, Ménière’s syndrome, secondary vertebracardialgia, etc.);
Coxarthrosis;
Acute or chronic pain/discomfort in the spine (neck, chest, lower back);
Postural disorders;
Numbness of fingers and toes;
Headaches;
Frequent dizziness;
Joint pain.