has any PT ever done traction following a cervical fusion? I have a patient that his MD wants cervical traction secondary to patient has degenerative changes on the jt above the fusion with a spur that comes down and hits the plate if neck flexion....Pt had the fusion only 1 year ago...MD said xrayed and well healed...i called to ask about the traction and the contraindication after a fusion and assistant said MD wanted traction.....What to do? I am worried about this situation... MD wants traction but I was taught contraindicated. Any suggestions?

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