The Vertetrac provides safe, simple, compact, and effective treatment of lumbar spine disorders and brings to both the patient and physician a means of powerful, dynamic traction with simultaneous, three-dimensional action without the need for traction beds or restrictive braces. Thus, the Vertetrac allows the patient maximum mobility with minimal restrictions or discomfort during treatment. The Vertetrac facilitates the treatment of the patient by the health service professional while also allowing chronic sufferers to administer self-treatment under qualified medical supervision.
An externally-worn orthopaedic device designed to apply traction to the lumbar spine to relieve symptoms of back pain and sciatica. It consists of adjustable components worn superiorly under the rib cage, and inferiorly over the iliac crests, with rods holding the components apart that can be adjusted to apply traction forces by separation. It may include an additional attachable component intended for the treatment of scoliosis. It is intended for use in the home or a clinical setting. This is a reusable device.