Method and apparatus for applying traction to the spinal column

Details Method and apparatus for applying traction to the spinal column Method and apparatus for applying traction to the spinal column

2006-08-14

2009-10-13

Patel, Tarla R (Department: 3772)

Surgery: splint, brace, or bandage

Orthopedic bandage

Skeletal traction applicator

C602S001000, C602S033000, C602S034000, C602S035000, C602S036000, C602S038000, C601S025000, C601S026000, C601S001000, C601S024000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07601132

ABSTRACT:
A traction force is applied at an angle to the longitudinal axis of the patient's spine and progressively increased over a period of time. A fulcrum member is applied against the posterior portion of the cervical region of a person's spine while the traction force pulls the cervical region and bends it rearwardly about the fulcrum member to stretch the soft tissues of the spine. In preferred embodiments the fulcrum member applies a progressively increasing fulcrum force, and the traction force likewise progressively increases during the treatment period. An electronic control system may be used to automatically control application of the fulcrum and traction forces.

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