Intended Use / Indications / Contra-Indications - Zimmer CITrac Instructions For Use Manual

Intended use / Indications / Contra-indications

Intended use The clTrac is a traction device for separating the cervical, thoracic or lumbar
vertebrae along the inferosuperior axis of the spine by using a mechanical force.
Indications Traction is indicated for general clinical use in case of musculoskeletal or
neurological impairments of the spine. The objective is to relieve peripheral
radiation/sciatica and pain. Traction is a widely used treatment for neck and low back
pain and it is typically provided in combination with other treatment modalities and an
exercise program.
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Contra-indications Traction therapy is contra-indicated in patients with:
Intended user Trained health care practitioners, such as physicians, physiotherapist and nurses.
clTrac may be used to relieve peripheral radiation/sciatica and pain associated
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Protruding discs
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Spinal root impingement
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Bulging discs
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Hypomobility
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Herniated discs
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Degenerative joint disease
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Degenerative disc disease
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Facet syndrome
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Posterior facet syndrome
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Compression fractures
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Acute facet problems
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Joint pain
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Radicular pain
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Discogenic pain
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Prolapsed discs
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Structural disease secondary to tumor or infection
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Patients with vascular compromise
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Any condition for which movement is contraindicated
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Patients with acute strains, sprains, and inflammation which would be
aggravated by traction therapy
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Patients with joint instability of the spine
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Pregnancy
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Osteoporosis
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Hiatus hernia
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Claustrophobia
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Cardiac or pulmonary problems
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