Age-related differences in the response of the L5-S1 intervertebral disc to spinal traction

Lumbar traction is a common treatment for low back pain; however its mechanisms of action are poorly understood. It has been hypothesized that a key effect of lumbar traction is its capacity to influence fluid movement within the intervertebral disc (IVD).

Source: Manual Therapy - June 9, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Ulrike H. Mitchell, Paul F. Beattie, Jennifer Bowden, Robert Larson, Hanuan Wang Tags: Original article Source Type: research