{"product_id":"saunders-lumbar-traction-device","title":"Saunders® Lumbar Home Traction Device","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSaunders® Lumbar Home Traction Device\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003eportable lumbar traction system\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to deliver \u003cstrong\u003elow back traction (lumbar stretching)\u003c\/strong\u003e under clinician direction. It’s built for repeatable home use with a controlled pneumatic design and a clear pressure gauge for monitoring force. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/blogs\/device-user-manual-setup-safety-and-specs\/saunders-lumbar-traction-guide-indications-setup\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSaunders Lumbar Traction: Indications, Contraindications, Setup, and Clinical Use in PT, Sports Medicine, Chiro, and Athletic Training\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Clinicians Recommend Home Lumbar Traction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHome traction can help extend the benefits of in-clinic care by enabling \u003cstrong\u003econsistent, frequent traction sessions\u003c\/strong\u003e—without relying solely on clinic appointments. Patients can perform treatments \u003cstrong\u003eat home, at work, or while traveling\u003c\/strong\u003e, which can support adherence for longer-term or recurring conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits for Patients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelps reduce dependence on limited clinic visits by supporting clinician-guided home sessions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnables more regular traction routines in everyday environments (home, workplace, travel)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan be used as part of a plan to manage ongoing or recurring lumbar symptoms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures That Support Safe, Controlled Traction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eControlled force application\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy-to-read pressure gauge\u003c\/strong\u003e to monitor and adjust traction force during treatment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlow-off valve\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to limit how much force can be applied\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClinic-style traction mechanics in a home device\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSplit-table design\u003c\/strong\u003e intended to emulate clinical traction positioning and improve consistency\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow-friction, smoothly moving surface\u003c\/strong\u003e to promote controlled motion during traction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePneumatic system (patented)\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered for dependable force accuracy and leak-resistant performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePortable Setup and Everyday Usability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreatments can be performed \u003cstrong\u003eon a bed\u003c\/strong\u003e (no need to get down on the floor)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecarrying case doubles as the treatment base\u003c\/strong\u003e, supporting comfortable use and easier storage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetachable wheels\u003c\/strong\u003e help with transport between home, clinic, and travel locations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Setup Design Elements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered as a ready-to-use system intended to streamline home setup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-slip harnessing\u003c\/strong\u003e with belt organizers to speed fitting and positioning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePump connection designed for a simple \u003cstrong\u003e“click-in-place”\u003c\/strong\u003e attachment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLumbar Traction Treatment Guidelines (Clinician Reference)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraction may be used as an adjunct for symptoms associated with the conditions below. Protocols should be individualized and performed \u003cstrong\u003eto patient tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e and clinical judgment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCondition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon goals\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMode\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical force range*\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTime\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrequency\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHerniated Disc Syndrome\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReduce nerve compression; relieve pain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–30 lb (female); 25–40 lb (male)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–12 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–4× daily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDegenerative Disc Disease\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupport nutrition; improve spinal function, and reduce nerve compression\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermittent (25% force at rest)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–25 lb (female); 30–35 lb (male)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–20 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2× daily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDegenerative Joint Disease\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupport nutrition; improve spinal function; reduce nerve compression\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermittent (25% force at rest)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–25 lb (female); 30–35 lb (male)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–20 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2× daily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJoint Fixation\/Facet Impingement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnlock facet joint; increase ROM; relieve pain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–25 lb (female); 30–35 lb (male)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–15 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2× daily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoor Posture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePostural improvement; increase ROM, and relieve pain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–25 lb (female); 30–35 lb (male)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–15 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2× daily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft Tissue Stiffness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncrease ROM; relieve pain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–25 lb (female); 30–35 lb (male)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–15 min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2× daily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*These values are presented as general guideline ranges from the product literature and should be adjusted to patient presentation and tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical positioning notes (from the guidelines)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild toward the recommended force\/time gradually; for acute or irritable cases, some protocols start with \u003cstrong\u003eshorter sessions (e.g., 3–5 minutes)\u003c\/strong\u003e and progress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore \u003cstrong\u003elumbar flexion\u003c\/strong\u003e can be achieved with pillows\/bolsters under the knees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore \u003cstrong\u003elumbar extension\u003c\/strong\u003e can be achieved by adding a towel\/wedge under the lumbar region or by using the device in the prone position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 199603—Saunders® Lumbar Home Traction Device \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAccessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 199633—Saunders Replacement Lumbar Hand Pump \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SAUNDERS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48132099571967,"sku":"199603","price":499.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/0570\/5983\/files\/API_199603_CH-2206-saunders-lumbar-home-traction-device-PRD-top.jpg?v=1770066581","url":"https:\/\/balego-stores.myshopify.com\/products\/saunders-lumbar-traction-device","provider":"Balego","version":"1.0","type":"link"}