Patent ID: 8021287
Filing Date: 2011-09-20
Classification: A61H

Abstract:
1. A spinal restraint, traction and exercise device comprising: a first support surface movable in a substantially linear direction and configured to support a first portion of a person, wherein the first portion of the person includes a portion of the pelvic region and/or a lower torso portion of the person; a first restraint to secure the first portion of the person against said first support surface; a second support surface to support a second portion of the person, wherein the second portion of the person is spaced above the first portion of the person, and said second support surface including at least two sections individually and independently movable in a substantially linear direction relative to said first support surface; a second restraint to secure the second portion of the person against said second support surface, said first and second restraints permitting positioning and repositioning of the person against said support surfaces in any of a number of three-dimensional orientations; and an adjustment mechanism to move said second support surface in a substantially linear direction away from said first support surface to apply a spinal traction force.