Cervical & Lumbar Traction in Reading
A Safe, Targeted Approach to Chronic Back and Neck Pain
At Optimal Align Chiropractic, we understand how deeply chronic pain can impact your life. Dr. Bruce Hilligan offers specialized cervical and lumbar traction as a cornerstone of our Chiropractic BioPhysics® (CBP) approach to relieve pressure, reduce pain, and promote recovery—especially for patients experiencing ongoing discomfort in the neck, back, or spine.
What Is Cervical Traction?
Cervical traction focuses on gently stretching the neck to relieve:
- Muscle tightness or spasms
- Nerve root compression
- Disc-related pressure
- Forward head posture
- Loss of proper cervical curve
Dr. Hilligan applies a steady or intermittent force to the cervical spine using our specialized CBP traction equipment. This targeted stretch opens up space between vertebrae, reduces tension in surrounding muscles, and helps restore the natural curve of your neck. Unlike basic traction methods, our approach is specifically calibrated to address your unique structural needs, creating progressive improvements in your cervical alignment over time.
What Is Lumbar Traction?
Lumbar traction is designed to reduce pressure in the lower back by gently separating the vertebrae in the lumbar spine. This science-based approach helps relieve:
- Herniated or bulging discs
- Sciatica and nerve impingement
- Degenerative disc disease
- Spinal joint stiffness
- General low back pain
- Loss of proper lumbar curve
Using our specialized traction systems, Dr. Hilligan delivers precise force in a controlled and comfortable setting. The goal is to create space, reduce inflammation, and encourage your body’s natural healing process—while simultaneously addressing underlying structural issues that conventional approaches often miss. This comprehensive strategy leads to more sustainable results without the need for invasive procedures.
The CBP Traction Difference
What sets our traction approach apart is its integration into a complete structural correction program. Rather than applying generic traction, we use detailed assessments including postural analysis and, when necessary, X-ray imaging to visualize your spine’s current condition. This allows us to calibrate traction forces precisely to your needs and track measurable improvements over time. Our specialized equipment is rarely found in conventional chiropractic offices and represents significant investment in delivering superior patient outcomes.
Is Traction Right for You?
Cervical and lumbar traction may be especially beneficial if you suffer from:
- Persistent neck or back pain
- Muscle spasms or stiffness
- Postural strain from work or lifestyle
- Recurrent flare-ups of disc-related pain
- Limited range of motion
- Loss of normal spinal curvature
Dr. Hilligan will assess your condition carefully during your comprehensive initial evaluation and recommend specific traction protocols only if they’re the right fit for your unique structural needs and health goals. This personalized approach ensures you receive the most effective care for your particular condition.
A Scientific Path Toward Healing
Traction is a safe, conservative therapy that forms an integral part of our CBP treatment protocols. It complements precise chiropractic adjustments and targeted rehabilitation exercises to create comprehensive structural improvements. Research consistently shows that this integrated approach delivers superior long-term outcomes compared to symptom-focused treatments. It’s one more way we help our patients feel better, move better, and maintain improved spinal health for years to come.
Experience Advanced Traction at Optimal Align
Ready to explore how specialized traction can be part of your structural correction plan? Contact Optimal Align Chiropractic in Reading today to schedule your comprehensive assessment and take the first step toward lasting spinal health.
