Saunders cervical HomeTrac traction device offers clinical-quality supine traction right in the home, or at multiple sites at the office. Saunders unit combines rotating neck wedges with lateral width adjustment for the most comfortable home cervical traction treatment available. This compact and easy-to-use traction device comfortably and safely applies up to 50 lbs. of cervical traction without assistance. The user has total control of the force being applied by the traction unit at all times. Self-adjusting neck wedges rotate through a 30-degree arc, patented pump design has a “click-in-place” mechanism for easy traction control, gauge reads in lbs./kg for quick feedback and consistency of treatment.
Saunders Cervical HomeTrac Traction Unit Dimensions: 12-1/2″W x 20-1/2″L x 7-3/4″H • 9.5 lbs.
Features – Saunders cervical HomeTrac traction device
Effective
- A cost-effective option for continuous clinical care
- Innovative design replicates clinical traction and promotes consistency of treatment
- Positioning alternatives allow varying treatment options for the clinician
- Patented pneumatic system ensures reliable force accuracy and leak-free performance
Safe
- A proven alternative to surgery for some patients
- Traction forces are directed to the back of the head to prevent compression of the TMJ
- Applies up to 50 pounds of traction
- Easy to read pressure gauge provides total control of the force at all times
- Blow-off valve limits the amount of force that can be applied
New Innovative Design
- Built-in angle adjustment
- Enhanced patient comfort features that include softer, more comfortable head strap and head pad
- Attractive carrying case included
- No assembly required
Easy to Use
- A portable treatment solution that increases patient compliance and satisfaction
- Patented self-adjusting neck wedges ensure a perfect fit
- Patented pump design incorporates a simple “click in place” mechanism
- Quick and simple patient setup enables home traction without assistance
How to prepare Saunders cervical HomeTrac traction device for treatment?
- Place the Saunders Cervical Traction device on a carpeted floor or other firm surface. Check to make sure that the air hose is not being pinched by the bottom of the unit. Make sure you have enough room to lie down in a comfortable position.
- Separate the neck wedges by rotating either of the black adjustment knobs so that your neck fits easily between the wedges. You can make additional adjustments after you lie down in the Saunders Cervical Traction device. NOTE: Do not over-rotate the adjustment knobs. This will result in stripping the internal gear.
- Loosen the adjustable head strap.
- Ensure the device is in the starting position – neck carriage should be touching the base. If not, rotate the gauge housing to the “RELEASE” position.
- Set the traction angle prescribed by your health care provider by squeezing and sliding the tabs on both sides of the Angle Adjuster until it locks into place.
Angle Adjuster Positions: Top = 15 degrees, Middle = 20 degrees, Bottom = 25 degrees
NOTE: If your health care provider did not specify the angle of pull, leave the Angle Adjuster in the top position as shown (in Figure 1.)
- Place the pump in a position so that you can reach it during treatment.
- Set a timer for the length of treatment (not included with your Saunders Cervical Traction device.)
- You are now ready to use the Saunders Cervical Traction device.
How to use Saunders cervical HomeTrac traction device?
- Lie on your back, positioning your body so the neck wedges cradle the middle or narrowest part of your neck and your head rests comfortably on the head pad. The neck wedges should contact your neck midway between the tips of your earlobes and the top of your shoulders.
- Turn either of the adjustment knobs until the wedges have moved firmly against both sides of the neck.
- As you settle into the Saunders Cervical Traction device, the neck wedges may slightly rotate and self-adjust to the contour of your head and neck, or you can rotate the wedges manually as needed for the most comfortable fit.
- Secure the head strap over your forehead, just above the browline. This strap should fit snugly.
Does Saunders cervical traction cover medicare?
What about Saunders cervical traction medicare? Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers traction equipment that your doctor prescribes for use in your home. It’s covered as durable medical equipment (DME).
If your supplier accepts assignment you pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount, and the Part B deductible applies. Medicare pays for different kinds of DME in different ways. Depending on the type of equipment:
- You may need to rent the equipment.
- You may need to buy the equipment.
- You may be able to choose whether to rent or buy the equipment.
Medicare will only cover your DME if your doctors and DME suppliers are enrolled in Medicare. Doctors and suppliers have to meet strict standards to enroll and stay enrolled in Medicare. If your doctors or suppliers aren’t enrolled, Medicare won’t pay the claims submitted by them.
It’s also important to ask your suppliers if they participate in Medicare before you get DME. If suppliers are participating suppliers, they must accept assignment. If suppliers are enrolled in Medicare but aren’t “participating,” they may choose not to accept assignment. If suppliers don’t accept assignment, there’s no limit on the amount they can charge you (Saunders cervical traction medicare).