What Is Detensor Spinal Traction?
The result of decades of research, the Detensor method of treatment focuses on stretching the spinal column in order to relieve the vertebral discs of pressure and to ease muscle tension. Unlike older methods of spinal stretching that involved the use of straps and weights, the Detensor method relies on a minimal yet effective segmented design to encourage the distension of the musculature and ligaments. The passing years revealed additional positive effects as well. The continuously involved ribs produce not only traction force but lead to an active massage of the connective tissue; to the support and maintenance of inherent body rhythms; to the improvement of biomechanics; to an increase in lung volume; and even to deeper sleep.
Benefits of the Baby Cervical Support Pillow
Several pediatric studies conducted in Europe have revealed positive outcomes for children with abnormalities of the cervical spine who have received tractive therapy. Noticeable increases were found in body height in children with hereditary growth retardation. Beneficial results also obtained in cases in which children possessed certain adverse conditions such as asthma, scoliosis, chronic bronchitis, and gastric reflux. With respect to infants in particular, ideal postnatal support for the cervical spine can help to stabilize and strengthen the cervical musculature.
Detensor Gentle Spinal Traction Therapy System for Children
Gentle spinal traction using the Detensor method (B) repeats the process of its daily physiological extension and elongation in the most optimal way (A).
A. Physiological biorhythm of the daily natural extension of the spine in healthy children.
B. Changes in the child's height during Detensor therapy.
In Image (B) you can see that the work of the Detensor method begins with muscle relaxation during the first 20 minutes of treatment, after which the actual traction and rehydration of the intervertebral discs occurs (from 45 minutes). Following the completion of treatment, gravitation contributes to the process of dehydration and to the decrease in the child's height.
