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Spinal traction

Spinal traction is a form of decompression therapy that relieves pressure on the spine. Performed manually or mechanically.

Used to treat herniated discs, sciatica, degenerative disc disease, pinched nerves, and many other back conditions. (Mainly called Lower back Pain and neck)

Why Traction?

It stretches the spine to take pressure off compressed discs. This straightens the spine and improves the body's ability to heal itself.

People with spinal conditions benefit from this therapy because the traction reverses the force of gravity.

Commonly treated conditions its used to treat:
slipped discs
bone spurs
degenerative disc disease
herniated discs
facet disease
sciatica
foramina stenosis
pinched nerves

Spinal traction therapy can be administered manually or mechanically, depending on your needs.

In manual spinal traction, a physical therapist uses their hands to put people in a state of traction. Then they use manual force on the joints and muscles to widen the spaces between vertebrae.

In mechanical spinal traction, you will lie on a table that has special tools to stretch the spine. A physical therapist will attach a series of ropes, slings, and pulleys to your body to mechanically relieve pressure.

Benefits of spinal traction

Spinal traction is a non-surgical way to relieve pain and correct problems in the spine. Spinal traction offers consistent relief for most people.

How can you prepare for spinal traction?

Before undergoing spinal traction, you must speak with your doctor to create a total-management physical therapy plan. Spinal traction often works as an enhancement for other therapies.

Results of spinal traction

pain relief
proper spinal alignment
decompressed joints.

Spinal traction stretches the muscles and bones in the back to combat the effects of gravity. Under the right circumstances, this could significantly improve the way you move and feel throughout the day.

With the help of other physical therapies, many people find great success with spinal traction. Treatment reduces pain and the body is more capable of healing itself.

15/11/2017

PHYSIOTHERAPIST WANTED

Position Title: Physiotherapist

Employment Status: Full Time

Entity: Pancare Services - Mengo

Geographical Location: Mengo Hospital - Physiotherapy Department

Number of Positions: 2

Purpose of Position

This position provides physiotherapy treatment to hospital inpatients in a ward setting, outpatient within the department and working within a multidisciplinary team. The position requires skills in a variety of clinical areas to work across the department as assigned. The position is based at Pancare Services - Mengo, but may be required to work at any site within.

We at Pancare Services are committed to equal employment opportunity.
We embrace diversity and inclusion within our workforce
People from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply

Successful applicants to the role must provide certified documentation. The applicant must be a registered physiotherapist.

Selection Criteria

1. Current Physiotherapy Registration

2. Post-graduate experience of a minimum of one year working in a hospital/Health Center setting.

3. Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

4. A commitment to the delivery of quality service and ongoing professional development.

5. Demonstrated high-level written and oral communication skills, including sound computer skills (demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office and other Microsoft applications).

6. Knowledge and understanding of the application of evidence based practice to Allied Health.

How to Contact Us:

Drop off your CV at
Pancare Services
Department Of Physiotherapy
Mengo Hospital
Call: +256 770 687 708 | +256 704 640 515
email: pancarephysio@gmail.com