Saunders Lumbar Traction User Manual page 7

2. If desired, or as instructed by your health care provider, place
pillows, wedges or bolsters under your knees, back and/or head
(see Figure 3.)
3. Secure the lower harness over your bare skin first. Tighten the belts
as snugly as possible without pain. Now secure the upper harness
the same way.
NOTE: The harnesses feature a belt organizer to help keep the
buckles properly aligned. A belt organizer is secured to each
harness with hook and loop and may be adjusted as appropriate.
4. Apply traction using the pump as described on pages 7 and 8.
NOTE: Your health care provider may instruct you to:
• Use pillows, bolster or chair under your knees for more
flexion (forward bending) of your lower back.
• Lie flat with your legs fully straightened for less flexion.
• Place a small towel (or wedge) under the lower stabilization
belt for neutral or slight extension (backward bending) of your
lower back.
• Lie on your stomach (prone) and have a partner secure the
belts.
Refer to Figure 3 for instruction in the various position options.
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