When we hear about life in Iraq these days, often, we hear only the perspective from Baghdad. For a look at what life is like for Iraqis outside the capital, NPR's Melissa Block talks to Zaid Al-Ali, a former legal adviser in Iraq for the United Nations. MELISSA BLOCK, host: When we hear about life in Iraq these days, we tend to hear the perspective from Baghdad.
Congratulations on your purchase of a Saunders Cervical Traction device. Your new traction device is designed to provide safe and effective traction (stretching) to the cervical region (neck.) Your Saunders Cervical Traction device requires no assembly and is ready to use out of the case. If you have questions regarding its use or to report any
Two types of traction are used to stretch out the cervical spine: 1  Manual traction. A physical therapist performs this type of traction. 2  Mechanical traction. This form of traction for the cervical spine involves tension provided by mechanical means. A machine may provide the tension, or it can be a system of weights used with a harness or sling. Straps are placed on the patient's head, and then mechanical pressure is used to pull the head away from the neck and spine.