Neck 3d Ambulatory Traction
Neck 3D Ambulatory Traction in Kuala Lumpur — The Cervico 2000
Neck 3D ambulatory traction is a non-surgical cervical decompression method delivered by the Cervico 2000 — a lightweight, wearable device that applies tri-planar traction (vertical, horizontal, symmetrical and asymmetrical) of up to 20 kg (44 lb) to the neck while you stay free to move, walk and gently exercise. At ScolioLife in Kuala Lumpur, it is used within a wider non-surgical programme to relieve cervical pressure, improve neck mobility and support the spine’s natural alignment.
What Is the Cervico 2000?
The Cervico 2000 is a cervical ambulatory decompression device developed by Meditrac and refined over more than two decades of clinical use. It has the simplicity of a collar but the performance of a comparable automated traction system. Padded anterior and posterior sections are joined by Velcro straps, and a decompression force of up to 20 kg (44 lb) is applied simply by “jacking” the levers on either side of the device.
Unlike conventional neck braces or wall- and door-mounted units, the Cervico 2000 is autonomous and portable, and it can deliver both symmetrical and asymmetrical traction — so the force can be customised to favour a specific disc bulge or a pinched nerve.
How Does Neck 3D Ambulatory Traction Work?
The device applies distraction force directly along the cervical lordosis. This widens the intervertebral spaces and reduces intra-discal pressure on the nerve root and dural sac. Because you keep moving during the session, gentle muscle contraction stimulates increased fluid reuptake into the discs and improved blood flow — the conditions the spine needs to recover.
Tri-planar decompression — vertical, horizontal, symmetrical and asymmetrical traction in one wearable device.- Up to 20 kg (44 lb) of force — applied gradually and controlled by the patient through the side levers.
- Traction on the move — you walk and exercise gently rather than lie still, which accelerates fluid exchange in the discs.
- Customised to your scan — asymmetrical traction can target one side, guided by your X-ray findings.
What Can the Cervico 2000 Help With?
Neck 3D ambulatory traction is used to relieve cervical pressure and support recovery in people with:
- Herniated and bulging cervical discs — decompression lowers pressure on the affected disc and nerve root.
- Whiplash injuries — from road or sporting accidents that do not involve a fracture.
- Torticollis — including muscular, rheumatic or neurological presentations.
- Cervical osteoarthritis and degenerative changes — that narrow the cervical spine and compress nerves.
- “Text neck” and work-related neck strain — from prolonged screen, desk and device use.
Cervico 2000 vs Conventional Neck Traction
| Cervico 2000 (3D Ambulatory) | Conventional Static Traction | |
|---|---|---|
| Patient position | Mobile — walk and exercise during the session | Seated or lying still for 15–20 minutes |
| Traction planes | Tri-planar; symmetrical and asymmetrical | Single-plane pull only |
| Customisation | Force can favour a specific disc or nerve | Uniform force, not side-specific |
| Disc fluid exchange | Enhanced by movement during traction | Limited by static positioning |
| Portability | Lightweight, worn like a collar | Wall-, door- or frame-mounted |
What to Expect in a Session
- 1. Assessment first — imaging and diagnosis with the ScolioLife clinical team in Kuala Lumpur before any traction begins.
- 2. Short daily sessions — each lasts up to about 15 minutes, performed daily or three times a week depending on your diagnosis.
- 3. Stay active — you walk and move gently while the device works.
- 4. Reassessment — progress is reviewed after 2–3 weeks to adjust the programme or move to maintenance.
According to Meditrac, the manufacturer, more than 85% of patients report improvement, with 70% noticing a difference after 8 sessions and 75% reporting a full return to function after 12 sessions. These figures are manufacturer-reported and individual results vary.
When Neck Traction Is Not Suitable
The Cervico 2000 is not appropriate for everyone. It is avoided where there is localised skin irritation; a recent jaw (mandibular), neck (cervical) or collarbone (clavicular) fracture; active bone cancer; active bone infection; poor bone integrity such as advanced osteoporosis; or any disorder of the blood vessels of the neck. A clinical assessment confirms whether traction is safe for you.
The ScolioLife Approach
Neck traction is rarely the whole answer. At ScolioLife, the Cervico 2000 is integrated into a holistic, non-surgical programme led by Dr Kevin Lau (Doctor of Chiropractic, RMIT, Australia)* — combining device-assisted decompression with targeted corrective exercise, posture correction and lifestyle guidance to address the root causes of cervical strain, not only its symptoms.
Why Patients Choose ScolioLife®
- A third path beyond “wait and see” or surgery — the ScolioLife® Method pairs the ScolioAlign® over-corrective brace with scoliosis-specific 3D exercise rehabilitation in one integrated programme.
- Published outcome data — review our 86% success rate and exactly how it is measured. Individual results vary with age, curve type and compliance.
- Doctor-led care at our Kuala Lumpur clinic — Mid Valley Megamall, led by Dr Kevin Lau, D.C., M.H.N., with 25+ years focused on non-surgical scoliosis care for patients across Malaysia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cervico 2000 neck traction device?
It is a wearable cervical decompression device that applies tri-planar traction of up to 20 kg (44 lb) to the neck while the patient stays mobile. It is used to relieve pressure on cervical discs and nerves without surgery or medication.
Can neck traction help a herniated disc in the neck?
By widening the intervertebral space and lowering intra-discal pressure, traction can reduce pressure on the affected disc and nerve root. The Cervico 2000’s asymmetrical setting can be aimed at the specific level shown on your scan. Individual results vary.
How long is a Cervico 2000 session?
Each session lasts up to about 15 minutes and is usually performed daily or three times a week. Progress is reviewed after 2–3 weeks.
Is neck 3D traction safe?
For suitable candidates it is non-invasive and drug-free. It is avoided in cases such as recent neck fractures, active bone infection or cancer, poor bone integrity, or neck blood-vessel disorders, so a clinical assessment is carried out first.
Where can I get Cervico 2000 neck traction in Kuala Lumpur?
ScolioLife offers neck 3D ambulatory traction at its Kuala Lumpur clinic at Boulevard Office, Mid Valley Megamall, Lingkaran Syed Putra, 58000 Kuala Lumpur. Care begins with a consultation and imaging review.
Do you accept patients travelling from outside Kuala Lumpur?
Yes. Patients travel to our Kuala Lumpur clinic from Penang, Johor Bahru, Ipoh, Melaka, Kota Kinabalu and Kuching. If you are coming from Sabah, Sarawak or further outstation, we can plan your in-clinic sessions as a condensed block over consecutive days and arrange a remote X-ray review beforehand, so your time in KL is used efficiently.
Take the First Step Toward Neck Pain Relief
Book a consultation and X-ray review at our Kuala Lumpur clinic to find out whether neck 3D ambulatory traction with the Cervico 2000 is right for you. We welcome patients across KLCC, Bangsar, Mid Valley and Damansara, as well as Penang, Johor Bahru, Ipoh and Melaka. Complete the form below or message us on WhatsApp to get started.