Intersegmental Traction Therapy

An intersegmental traction table, or a roller table, is used in chiropractic care to manipulate the spine and restore the body to proper ranges of motion.

By softly putting the spinal column in motion while simultaneously stretching the other components that affect the spine’s health, namely the muscles and ligaments, the intersegmental traction table completes multiple different tasks all at once. These alterior muscles help the spine in terms of forming posture and proper alignment, and in working to improve the structure of the spine and the muscular complexion at the same time.

How It Works

Intersegmental traction/roller table works by creating passive motion that causes mild stretching of the spinal joints and improves mobility. Intersegmental traction table functions by mobilizing the spinal column while at the same time gently stretching the muscles and ligaments.

The rollers below the surface of the table help the chiropractor adjust the patient’s motion perfectly. With its use, the chiropractor is also able to make gradual adjustments to the patient’s alignment rather than taking the risk of adjusting a patient too intensely, which could cause further injury. The table is fitting for patients of all shapes and sizes so there is no worry that the patient will not be comfortable or properly fitted.

This method of therapy can treat bodies of all sizes, shapes, and weights in an equal and effective manner including children. Many patients find it extremely relaxing and beneficial. At Accident Relief Chiropractic, you may opt to start here to stretch your spine and relax your body before other therapies, or end here, depending on your level of pain and your activities for the day.

Overall, the intersegmental traction table is vital for the practice of chiropractic care and often a part of individual therapy plans at our practice in Garland.