Experts say many patients with back pain have a bulging disc, which is pressing on a nerve.
The makers of the Orthotrac believe that by distracting the disc space, you may be able to reduce this bulge. Eliminating the back pain may be as easy as combining anti-inflammatories, some minor pain medications, and limiting your physical activity. The vest is usually worn for 20 to 60 minutes at a time, three times a day. Developers of the vest say more study is necessary before they'll know exactly which type of back injuries are most benefited by the Orthotrac.