Cervical Neck Traction Device
Neck Stretching (Neck Traction) with NecksLevel
What is a Neck Traction Device?
Neck Traction devices gently pull the head away from the body to increase the space between your neck bones and take pressure off of irritated nerves and joints.
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How does Neck Traction work?
Cervical Traction works by relieving pressure and creating space for the nerves in the neck. Irritated nerves cause pain, and oftentimes traction can improve this pain in a few seconds.
Will a Neck Traction device help me?
If you have Cervical Radiculopathy (a "pinched nerve" in the neck) or other types of neck pain, cervical traction will likely help with your pain and other nerve symptoms like numbness & tingling.
Where can I get Neck Traction?
To get neck traction at home, you will need a neck traction device, like NecksLevel, or you can go to a Physical Therapy or Chiropractic clinic where they will perform traction and other treatments to help your pain.
NecksLevels are specially designed for gentle neck rehab exercises in pain-free positions.
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What Conditions do Neck Traction Devices help?
Neck Traction is only helpful for certain conditions (see below)
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Radiculopathy: also known as a "pinched nerve in neck"
Cervicogenic Headaches: headaches that start in the neck and go to the head
Neck Arthritis: also known as Degenerative Joint Disease in the neck
Neck Sprains: injured neck ligaments and muscles
Whiplash: sudden forceful movements of the head causing neck injuries
Symptoms of Cervical Radiculopathy (Pinched Nerve in Neck)
Neck & Arm Pain
Symptoms can run down the neck, into the shoulder, arm, and potentially to the hand
Numbness & Tingling
Changes in sensation like pins and needles, or a total loss of feeling in parts of the arm and hand is possible
Arm Weakness
Pinched neck nerves can cause decreased strength in certain arm muscles
Does Neck Traction help Cervical Radiculopathy (Pinched Nerve)?
Yes. Traction is a go-to treatment for pinched nerves in the neck for physical therapists and other healthcare providers.
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Neck Traction on the NecksLevel
Video tutorial of NecksLevel neck traction:
Step 1: Setup
Lift your head & pull the Glider toward you a few inches. Slowly release hand and relax.
Step 2: Traction
Enjoy the stretch for 2+ minutes. The Glider will gently pull & decompress the neck.
FAQs - Neck Traction
How long will it take for Neck Traction to help my pinched nerve?
Some people report immediate relief while using neck traction, and improvements in pain, numbness, and tingling following treatment is common. Most nerve injuries take several weeks to fully recover (expect 4-8 weeks).
How will I know if Neck Traction is working?
If you feel improvement during or after using neck traction, it is considered effective. Improvement can include improved neck, arm, or hand pain and/or decreased numbness or tingling sensations.
Is Neck Traction the same as neck stretching?
Neck traction devices are sometimes called "neck stretchers," but we usually consider neck stretching exercises and neck traction to be two different things. For neck stretching exercises check out our user tutorial page here.
Can I use a cervical neck stretching device at home?
Yes! Having a neck traction device at home makes it quick and easy to find neck and arm pain relief.
What other research and information is out there on Neck Traction & neck stretching?
There have been hundreds of peer-reviewed papers published on the effects of neck traction. Traction for cervical radiculopathy (a pinched nerve in the neck) is a standard and effective treatment in physical therapy and chiropractic care.
When is it time to go see a Medical Professional for my pinched nerve in neck?
In the case of unrelenting pain running down the arm, numbness in the arm or hand, or obvious arm weakness we recommend receiving medical attention immediately.
Written by:
Dr. Scott Dickenson, DPT, ATC
Physical Therapist
Scott is an Orthopedic Physical Therapist specializing in neck pain with nearly a decade of clinical experience. He regularly speaks at national Physical Therapy, Athletic Training, & Chiropractic conferences on neck injuries & rehab in sport.
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