Indications; Contraindications - Triton 4739 Manual De Usuario

ABOUT TRACTION THERAPY

INDICATIONS

The Triton traction device provides traction and mobilization of skeletal
structures and skeletal muscles.
The Triton traction device may be used to relieve peripheral radiation/
sciatica and pain associated with:
• Protruding discs
• Bulging discs
• Herniated discs
• Degenerative disc disease
• Posterior facet syndrome
• Acute facet problems
• Radicular pain
• Prolapsed discs
The Triton traction device achieves these effects through mechanical
traction of intervertebral discs, that is, unloading due to distraction and
positioning.
• Spinal root impingement
• Hypomobility
• Degenerative joint disease
• Facet syndrome
• Compressions fracture
• Joint pain
• Discogenic pain

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Traction is contraindicated for the following:
• Structural disease secondary to tumor or infection
• Patients with vascular compromise
• Any condition for which movement is contraindicated
• Patients with acute strains, sprains, and inflammation which would be
aggravated by traction therapy
• Patients with joint instability of the spine
• Pregnancy
• Osteoporosis
• Hiatus hernia
• Claustrophobia
• Cardiac or pulmonary problems
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