There are a variety of ways to apply spinal traction. A description is given of how a massage chair performs spinal traction. Traction is a force used to stretch or elongate joint surfaces. Specifically, mechanical traction is defined as the application of a mechanical force to the body with a method that separates the joint surfaces and elongate the surrounding soft tissues. In the case of spinal traction, mechanical traction is used to flex joint surfaces and stretch soft tissues.

Spinal traction machines have capabilities of exerting a pulling force across the entire length of the spine. These machines must secure both ends of the patient’s spine and then a pulling force is used to stretch the length of the spine. The pulling force is used in this case to stretch the soft tissues between the cervical disc.

When using a pulling force across the length of the spine, a spinal decompression machine must stretch each soft tissue area between all the cervical discs simultaneously. Do the soft tissue areas between the cervical discs get stretched equally? The force to affect this traction comes from pulling both ends of the spine.

Another method used to affect traction is inversion therapy. Inversion therapy usually utilizes boots that the wearer puts on. Either the patient is laid on flat table which then allows them to be raised with their feet up. Or the user must lock the boots onto a bar and then suspend themselves from there hanging upside down.

Now with inversion therapy the force to elongate the soft tissues is a pulling force. By suspending the individual by their feet, the force of gravity and the weight of the patient are used to apply traction. Inversion boots only apply the full force using the combination of gravity and body weight.

Another method for mechanical traction is with a roller table. Roller tables work by passing a roller underneath the patient’s spine. A patient is laid flat on a roller bad. Next, the roller is activated to apply traction across the length of the spine.

The way a roller table applies traction is with a bending force. The roller passes across each cervical disc. As the roller passes, it causes the cervical disc to deflect. This deflection of the cervical disc elongates the soft tissues.

When a massage chair applies traction to the spine, it is also passing a roller. The roller is activated to go up and down the individuals spine. As the roller moves across the spine it will deflect the cervical discs. This mechanical bending force is used to stretch the soft tissues.

Massage chairs can apply this type of mechanical traction to the spine. They are using gravity as the pulling force over the top of the roller. The roller causes the cervical disc to deflect when the roller passes. The soft tissues are then stretched which is the definition of mechanical traction.

Massage chairs provide a variety of controls for both manual and automatic programs. They can provide a number of different massage techniques and can be focused to very specific regions. They provide a consistent massage to a patient. The force and intensity can also be controlled as well.

Massage chairs are multipurpose treatment centers. They can provide a variety of treatments to accommodate many users. Massage chairs apply massage treatments consistently and can be customized for individuals. Massage chairs have a variety of massage programs both manual and automatic. These massage chairs can also be directed to specific muscle groups for targeted relief.

We are now in turbulent times and stress is affecting us more now than ever before. The psychological impact of what we call stress is a constant churning of the problem in the mind. Our bodies are not able to release this stress as it is mainly a product of the mind. One excellent form of stress relief for both body and mind are massage chairs.

Where does stress come from? There are too many numerous sources of stress to name them. In general, it is your reaction to the environment. You may receive a bill in the mail that impacts your cash flow. You suddenly realize you do not have enough money and your heart starts to race. Your body is responding to the panic caused by your thinking about the impact of the bill.

Your mind is the trigger that sets in motion a series of physical events in your body. Your body will divert blood to the major organs and suppress it from less vital functions. Your skin may go cold and clammy. You may get goose bumps. Your breathing will increase to provide more oxygen to your body. Your muscles will tighten and be ready for action.

What happens to the mind? The psychological symptoms may include irritability, memory loss, mood swings and even depression. The mind becomes distracted with this “problem” that it cannot immediately solve. This may linger and cause loss of focus and productivity.

Even though these symptoms can be hard to deal with, there are treatments that can help you through the stressful time and beyond. Sometimes the majority of symptoms disappear when the source of the stress fades. Other times it can linger long beyond the initial source of stress.

We can never eliminate stress from our lives. Our worlds are always changing for the positive and the negative. Everything is a matter of perception. If stress cannot be eliminated, then we need to understand what is going on with our bodies and minds to better work through the cycle of stress.

Massage therapy is one of the best methods of stress reduction. Massage helps to soothe tight muscles, relax the body and quiet the mind. Massage treatments help to reverse the impact of the symptoms of stress. The demand for massage therapy has increased 100% over the last 10 years. This is good indication that people understand that natural therapies effectively reduce stress.

When you are under stress, your muscles are ready to fight. They are tense and ready for action. The problem is that no action is taken. The mind ruminates on the stressor causing the physical symptoms to persist. Massage therapy helps to quiet the mind. As the mind relaxes the muscles become less tense. The massage works the muscles to flush toxins and to soothe them.

To relieve stress, get a massage. The obstacle most people have is its hard to take the time to go to get a massage. Everyone agrees that a massage will relieve the stress, but few have time. A massage chair is a convenient method to obtain periodic massages when you most need them. Massage chairs perform hundreds of massage treatments and can provide overall massages or targeted massages.

Get a massage chair to help relieve your stress. Imagine that you are stressed. You take a quick 15 minutes to sit down in your massage recliner. Put on the headphones and start the music. Select an overall body massage and relax. The massage chair begins to soothe your tight muscles. The music cuts out the environment and you close your eyes and let your mind quiet. Fifteen minutes later, you have a new attitude and outlook on life.

Our world is undergoing rapid change and it doesnt look like that is going to ease up soon. This will cause us more change and stress. We need to find effective ways to cope with the stress and help us to work through these trying times. A massage chair can work wonders on relieving your stress.