The Effectiveness of Cervical Traction Therapy Within a Proposed Physical Therapy Program for Improving Muscle Strength and Relieving Pain in Female Patients with Disc Herniation: An Experimental Study at Bani Walid Center

Abstract

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a proposed physical therapy program that includes cervical traction for patients with cervical disc herniation. The experimental method was used on a sample of eight female patients at the Bani Walid Rehabilitation Center, divided into two groups: the first group received a comprehensive program including cervical traction, while the second group received the same program without traction. The study was conducted over the period from May 15, 2024, to June 30, 2024. Results showed that the first group achieved a higher improvement rate in muscle strength and range of motion, reaching 16.9%, compared to 13.7% for the second group. Additionally, clinical symptoms such as pain, numbness, and dizziness significantly decreased or disappeared in the group that utilized the traction device. The study concludes that incorporating cervical traction into physical therapy plans is highly effective in relieving pressure on spinal nerves and improving the functional capacity of patients.