Spinalator Intersegmental Traction Machine

The Spinalator is a motorized table that uses a series of rotating rollers beneath the surface to provide gentle yet effective spinal traction and mobilization. As a patient lies comfortably on the table, the rollers move up and down the spine, applying a rhythmic, therapeutic motion that helps to:

• Increase Spinal Flexibility – The controlled motion stretches and mobilizes the spinal joints, reducing stiffness and improving range of motion.
• Reduce Muscle Tension – By stimulating deep muscle relaxation, the Spinalator helps relieve tension and prepares the body for more effective chiropractic adjustments.
• Enhance Circulation – The gentle movement increases blood flow to spinal tissues, promoting faster healing and reduced inflammation.
• Improve Posture and Spinal Alignment – Regular use of the Spinalator can help correct minor misalignments and improve overall spinal posture.

This therapy is gentle, non-invasive, and highly effective for patients of all ages and conditions.

The Spinalator features:

• Three rotating rollers that move up and down the spine, applying a gentle yet deep massaging effect.
• Variable intensity settings to customize the treatment based on each patient’s comfort level and therapeutic needs.
• Intersegmental traction, which applies a slight, controlled stretch to the spinal joints, improving mobility and relieving pressure on the nervous system.

Many patients describe the experience as deeply relaxing and invigorating, often comparing it to a professional massage.

At Grieb Chiropractic Clinic, we recommend Spinalator therapy for patients experiencing:

• Chronic Back Pain – Helps relieve tight muscles and stiff joints, reducing pain and discomfort.
• Sciatica & Nerve Pain – Gentle traction reduces nerve pressure, providing relief from radiating pain and numbness.
• Disc Herniations & Degenerative Disc Disease – Improves spinal mobility and hydration of the discs, helping to slow degeneration.
• Postural Imbalances – Encourages better spinal alignment, helping to correct posture-related discomfort.
• Sports & Occupational Strain – Beneficial for athletes and individuals with physically demanding jobs who experience muscle tension and stiffness.

Research has shown that spinal mobilization and traction techniques—like those used in the Spinalator—provide significant benefits for spinal health:

• A study in the Journal of Physical Therapy Science found that spinal traction increased spinal range of motion and reduced pain in patients with chronic low back pain (Kuru et al., 2016).
• Research in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy demonstrated that intersegmental traction helped increase intervertebral disc space and improve nerve function (Goats, 1996).
• A clinical trial published in the European Spine Journal showed that passive spinal mobilization techniques enhanced spinal flexibility and reduced muscle stiffness in individuals with back pain (Hidalgo et al., 2017).

These studies confirm that spinal traction and mobilization therapies, like the Spinalator, play a crucial role in reducing pain, improving mobility, and enhancing spinal health.