Cervical Neck Traction Device - Inflatable Neck Stretcher Pillow for Instant Neck Decompression - US Owned & FSA Eligible Support Brace for Home Use Neck Pain Relief

Update 2019/03/22:I have been using this device a lot for almost 9 months and it is still working properly, no leak, velcro fine etc.I have been diagnosed with Cervical spondylotic myelopathy (see pic MRI dated 2018/06/01) and my medula is compressed in 2 locations. After a fall in September 2017, I had temblors on my left limbs, with pain and numbness.I use this device much longer than prescribed and somewhat differently:I do not lock the device with the blue valve and just use tighten the bulb. This allows very slow deflate and I just re-inflate once in a while every 10 to 15 minutes, producing some kind of neck massaging effect with stretch and slow release. I keep the device on up to 2 hours and up to twice a day and go about my stuff, including exercise, which allows me to strengthen the neck and upper back muscles.The symptoms are almost gone, and I should be able to avoid the surgery my neurologue recommended.Original review:My traumatologue prescribed me some device that look straight from the imagination of an inquisitor and I opted for this instead, with no regret whatsoever so far. I was aware of the common complains, and so far none have materialized for me:The device DOES NOT strangle me, and my neck is on the heavy sideThe device DOES NOT leak air (so far)The velcro sticks properlyI have 4 damaged cervical disks and had numbness in my left arm for the past 2 years, and it is 90% gone after using the device 30 minutes, 3 times a week for about 1 month. I should probably use it daily as recommended.The device is quite convenient as I can move around and do my stuff from cooking to gardening (and even work on the computer - ok, I know, I probably should not), unlike the $200 contraption prescribed by the traumatologue

The device is nicely designed with quality materials that are comfortable. It does relieve pain by relieving pressure much like regular traction would. I stopped short of a full 5 stars because the velcro straps are a little short for optimum comfort around my neck (which takes an "18" collar size). A question to the company about this was quickly and personally responded to by email. They suggested some interim ideas to maximize comfort and stressed their no-questions-asked return policy if I wish to do that. A very impressive response from them. I have decided to keep the device. Don't hesitate to buy this device if your neck is a bit smaller than mine.

When I bought this, I was hoping for any little bit of relief from the constant pain, and this little pillow has been more helpful than physical therapy. I blow it up just until there is a slight stretch, then when I don't feel the stretch anymore I add a little bit of air. I do that a couple of times. And then I let the air out a little bit at a time.I don't feel any immediate relief. But shortly afterwards, the pinching is definitely less. When it comes back, I use the pillow again. This way, as soon as the nerve is getting pinched, I'm relieving it. Using it six times a day for ten minutes is providing more consistent progress than three times a day for twenty minutes.I still need PT for stretching and strengthening, but this pillow is great! I'm always reluctant to buy something when most of the reviewers have received the item at a discount or for free. This is a well-built product. It has basic operational instructions. It doesn't include medical advice, but that's kind of understandable. You only need a light stretch so don't overdo it. Never fill it all the way!! I paid full price and it was worth every penny.

This arrived quickly and I was looking forward to some relief for a pinched nerve in my neck after being told I should not go to the chiropractor any longer. This inflated at a good rate but didn't provide the stretch that needed to relieve the pinched nerve. Manual traction held by son or wife does the trick and I was hoping that this did too.I found it easy to use and comfortable. The inflation and deflation of the pillows was simple and the valve worked so well I didn't even need to use the plastic cut off squeeze roller. It is well made and was easy to use while watching TV or working on the computer. I just couldn't get the stretch with the force that I needed to get relief.

bought it thought it was gonna be a good thing. im a bigger guy and it didnt fit around my neck very good. the velcro that did manage to stick took very little pressure to pop off when pumped up. couldnt use. i sish they made these is a larger size as seems to be a good idea . didnt return just gave it away to someone that could use it.

I definitely get relief from this little contraption. I used it 3-4 times a day (when I get up, around lunch, around dinner, then right before bed) and it definitely makes a difference. I spend 90% of my time at the computer for work and hobbies, and due to other chronic pains, moving around too much is hard to do as well.I was diagnosed with a herniated disc in my neck a year ago or so, and even an epideral didn't help relieve the pain. Now, with trigger-point injections, chiropractic aid, a doctor-grade decompression machine, and this little one at home, I feel quite a bit better. The neck pain has only gotten worse recently, as I hadn't needed too many pain meds multiple times a day a few weeks ago, but now I do...and this keeps me from needing them as much. It also makes it easier to sleep without neck pain.I do find it odd to find that 'sweet spot', and it does add a lot of pressure to my jaw (I pump it up pretty tightly, it's the only way to feel relief) but I only keep it on 10 minutes or so at a time.Takes a few trials and errors, but you'll find the perfect setting with patience!!