Can traction be used for spinal stenosis?

Spinal stenosis is a problem that many people have. Of course, there are many methods available to treat spinal stenosis, and many people have this question: Can traction be used to treat patients with spinal stenosis? In fact, spinal stenosis cannot be treated by traction therapy. Because traction therapy has no effect on it. Below, we will introduce the relevant knowledge about spinal stenosis in detail.

1. Treatment of spinal stenosis

There are two types of treatment for spinal stenosis: surgical treatment and conservative treatment. In general, non-surgical treatment can be considered for patients with developmental spinal stenosis, soft disc herniation, or spinal stenosis that does not reach the level of surgery. Surgical treatment may be considered for spinal canal stenosis, acute trauma, or when more than half of the symptoms of spinal stenosis reach surgical severity.

2. Diet for spinal stenosis

1. Cervical spondylosis is more common in middle-aged and elderly people. The diet should be light and easily digestible, and avoid greasy and heavy foods.

2. People with blurred vision and tearing should eat more foods containing calcium, selenium and zinc. Such as soy products, animal liver, eggs, fish, mushrooms, asparagus, carrots. People with high blood pressure should eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, such as bean sprouts, kelp, fungus, garlic, celery, sweet potatoes, winter melon, and mung beans.

3. Cervical spondylosis causes liver and kidney deficiency. Long-term use of wolfberry and chrysanthemum can soothe the liver and improve eyesight. Sesame and longan can nourish yin and tonify the kidney. Avoid spicy and irritating food.

3. Prevention of Spinal Stenosis

Method 1: Pay more attention to reasonable working posture and good living habits. When lifting heavy objects, bend your hips and knees and squat down, straighten your back, and only after the heavy object is pressed tightly against your body can you stand up and take a step. When carrying or carrying heavy objects, bend the chest slightly forward, bend the hips and knees slightly, take steady steps, and don't take large steps. When sleeping, the head and neck should be in a natural neutral position, with the hips and knees slightly bent, and the body should be protected from wind, cold and moisture.

Method 2: Do not sit, stand, or work at a desk for too long. Avoid soft tissue fatigue caused by maintaining a posture for a long time. Before strenuous exercise, pay attention to warm-up and protection.

Method 3: For occupations that require intensive use of the waist, wear a wide, protective belt. To prevent spinal stenosis, you must first develop good living habits, such as not sitting or lowering your head for too long. Start with your daily living habits and develop good posture to prevent spinal stenosis.