Saunders Lumbar Traction Devices

Saunders is a name physical therapists reach for when a patient needs consistent, controlled lumbar traction they can use at home. The line was built around a simple idea: reproduce the kind of pulling force a clinician applies by hand, but in a self-contained unit the patient operates alone — no wall mounts, no weights, no guesswork about how much tension is being applied.

The centerpiece of this collection is the DJO Saunders Lumbar Traction Device (199603), which fits waists up to 60 inches. It uses a pneumatic pump with a built-in pressure gauge, so you can dial in a precise, repeatable amount of traction and see exactly what you're delivering each session. The patient lies down, secures the belt around the pelvis and lower rib cage, and pumps to the force their therapist prescribed. Because the pull is horizontal and self-limited, there's none of the sustained spinal loading that hanging or over-the-door setups can cause.

Who is this for? People managing lower back pain, disc-related nerve compression, sciatica, or general lumbar tightness who've been advised to continue traction between clinic visits. Buyers typically ask three things before purchasing: Will it fit? — this model accommodates up to a 60-inch waist. Can I control the force? — yes, the gauge lets you match your prescribed pressure. Is it a one-time purchase? — it is, which often makes it more economical than repeated in-clinic traction over time. As always, use it under the guidance of your physical therapist or physician, particularly if you have osteoporosis, recent spinal surgery, or acute injury.

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