Cervical traction devices, commonly called neck stretchers, can help alleviate pain in the neck and promote better posture. Here’s what to know before buying one.

Learn how neck traction (cervical traction) relieves pain, its types, benefits, risks, and what to know before starting this treatment for cervical spine issues.

Neck traction, also called cervical traction, is a type of stretching that is often used for neck pain, and cervical traction devices work by stretching the spinal vertebrae and muscles.

Neck traction devices gently stretch the neck muscles and decompress the spine to decrease your neck pain gradually over time.