The Most Commonly Used Parameters for Cervical Traction Are Which

question 12

Multiple Choice

The most commonly used parameters for cervical traction are which of the following?

• A) Neutral cervical spine, intermittent, up to 50 pounds
• B) Cervical flexion of 15 to 35 degrees, constant, no more than weight of the head (about 10 to 15 pounds)
• C) Extension of the upper cervical spine, intermittent, 15 to 30 pounds
• D) Cervical flexion, intermittent, 10 to 25 pounds

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