Spinal traction may be the next step when back or neck pain has not responded to rest and over-the-counter relief. At The Spine and Wellness Center in Coral Springs, Dr. Jared Cohen, DC uses the computer-guided Triton DTS table to relieve pressure on the spine without drugs or surgery. Patients from Coral Springs, Parkland, and nearby communities often choose this approach precisely because it is so gentle.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Jared Cohen, DC · Updated June 2026

What the Triton DTS Table Does

The Triton DTS is a traction table that applies a precise, computer-controlled pulling force along the spine. By gently separating the vertebrae, it reduces pressure on the discs and the nerves that exit between them. That small amount of space can make a meaningful difference for irritated nerves and compressed discs.

Because the force is controlled by software rather than guesswork, our team can dial in the exact angle, pull strength, and rhythm for your specific condition. Spinal traction with the Triton table is repeatable and adjustable from one session to the next as your body responds.

Traction vs. Decompression: What’s the Difference?

People often use the terms interchangeably, and they are closely related. Traction applies a steady or intermittent pulling force to create space in the spine. Decompression is a more specialized form of traction that uses cycles of pull and release to create a gentle pumping effect, which can help draw fluid, oxygen, and nutrients back into the disc.

Both aim to unload the spine and relieve nerve pressure. Depending on your diagnosis, we may recommend traction, spinal decompression, or a combination, and we explain exactly why during your evaluation.

Conditions Spinal Traction Can Help

• Herniated, bulging, or degenerated discs
• Sciatica and pinched nerves in the lower back
• Neck pain and cervical disc problems
• Facet joint pain and general spinal stiffness
• Posture-related compression and chronic back tightness

Traction is a cornerstone of our herniated disc care because it targets the mechanical cause of nerve pain rather than just masking the symptom.

What a Session Feels Like

Most patients are pleasantly surprised by how comfortable traction is. You stay fully clothed and lie down on the padded table while a supportive harness is positioned. The machine then applies a slow, gentle stretch that builds and eases in cycles. Many people describe it as relaxing, and some even drift off.

A typical session lasts roughly 15 to 30 minutes. Traction is not a single-visit fix; it works through a series of sessions that gradually retrain the spine and give irritated tissue time to settle. We will outline an expected number of visits after your exam.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

Traction is well suited to patients with disc-related pain, nerve compression, or chronic back and neck pain who want a conservative, non-invasive option. It is not appropriate for everyone, certain conditions such as advanced osteoporosis, spinal fractures, or some surgical hardware may rule it out, which is why a thorough evaluation comes first.

We serve patients across Coral Springs, Parkland, Coconut Creek, Tamarac, and Boca Raton, and we frequently combine traction with adjustments and rehab for a more complete result. The right candidates often find relief that simpler approaches could not provide. Pairing traction with targeted exercise helps the spine hold its progress between sessions.

Good candidates also tend to be people who have tried rest, medication, or general stretching without lasting success. Because the Triton table targets the mechanical source of nerve and disc pain, it often reaches problems that those simpler measures cannot. We will be honest with you about whether traction is the right tool for your specific case.

Is Traction Right for You?

If you are weighing surgery or simply tired of living with disc or nerve pain, computer-guided traction is worth exploring first. Call our Coral Springs office at (954) 341-2256 or visit our contact page to schedule an evaluation and find out whether the Triton table fits your case.