Exam 16: Cervical and Lumbar Traction

Cervical and lumbar traction applies a force that separates vertebrae and increases the intervertebral space and leads to what effects? Select all that apply.

Which statement best describes sustained traction?

Which of the following is considered a contraindication to the use of lumbar traction?

Which form of traction allows the patient to self-administer the traction?

When examining the evidence,the effect of what traction variables is clearly understood?

Traction applied with unilateral tension at a sagittal angle is a useful setup in the treatment of what pathologies? Select all that apply.

The effect and effectiveness of traction is related to which of the following? Select all that apply.

In what region(s)of the spine is stenosis most prevalent?

When treating the cervical spine,you should question the patient about sensation in what region(s)of the spine?

In what position should the lumbar spine be placed to open the facet joints?

What plane is associated with the use of either a flexion or extension traction angle?

To distract the vertebrae,the force applied must overcome the sum of resistance.What factors create the sum of resistance? Select all that apply.

Which pathology can eventually cause the formation of osteophytes,which can cause the vertebral column to straighten?

In order to open the intervertebral space,approximately what degree of flexion should the cervical spine be placed in?

In healthy vertebrae,approximately what percentage of the spine's weight-bearing load is transmitted through the facet joint?

Which of the following are indications to the use of lumbar traction? Select all that apply.

In general,what percentage of the body weight will cause separation of the cervical spine when the patient is in a reclined position?

What is the common treatment duration when using lumbar or cervical traction to treat muscle spasm?

What type of traction is best suited for treating degenerative disk disease of the cervical spine?

What do the fundamental effects of cervical and lumbar traction arise from?