What Is Y-Strap Chiropractic Treatment?

Are you familiar with the Y Strap technique? Over the past few years, it gained popularity on social media among audiences who enjoyed cracking their joints or relieving tension. Viewers were in awe of its unique approach and wondered if it had been as painful as it looked.

The answer is no! Although it might seem so, Y-straps are not painful. It has become a regular part of treatment across LAX chiropractic centers as a tool to alleviate spinal pressure along the y-axis. It also repairs surrounding joints, muscles, bones, and tissue.

But there are a few things to know if you are considering this type of chiropractic treatment. We outline essential details below.

The Y Strap Device: Explained!

Skilled chiropractors use the Y strap (y-axis traction) as a decompression tool. It gently stretches the spine like the traditional hands-on approach you might be used to. Like any new treatment, it might take some time to adjust.

How does it work?

• The bottom of the Y strap gets secured around the patient’s head.
• The middle of the strap is cinched to form the Y-shape you see near the top.
• Once your chiropractor grabs the handgrip (located at the top), they will pull upwards and away from the body.
• We can assure you this is not a rough treatment. The strap is equally gentle and firm. As it pulls the spine decompresses.

If the chiropractor is moving from side to side while tugging, your spinal mobility will improve. On the other hand, upward tugs crack and expand the vertebrae.

Y straps have an array of benefits that differ from other tools used to manipulate certain parts of the body.  Instead of using their hands to work on the spine, the Y strap provides more leverage. It all depends on your preference!

If you’re interested in booking an appointment for back pain treatment near LAX give us a call at Advanced Spine! Our team of licensed professionals will establish an elite chiropractic plan to relieve your chronic pain and discomfort.