Dr. Stratton Poulson on Instagram: "Cervical distraction test This test, combined with cervical compression, provides valuable clinical information in a quick and easy to perform maneuver. Axial distraction of the cervical spine places the muscles & ligaments of the head and neck on stretch, while placing the discs & facet joints under decreased compressive load. This technique also increases the size of the IVF functionally. A decrease in local, dull achy pain may indicate disc sensitivities. A