Nubax is a patented device that uses a scissor-like action to give a gentle form of traction to the spine. It can assist in strengthening the spine and maintaining the health of your back as a part of your routine fitness regimen. Nubax is portable, lightweight, easy to use and under your control at all times. Nubax™ is a revolutionary device that is simple to use for anyone. Even children and pregnant women can find relief with Nubax, though we recommend pregnant women check with their doctor first. Young children with scoliosis or those who are beginning to show signs of scoliosis can utilize Nubax to restore proper spinal alignment. It adapts easily to the size of a child. Those weighing up to 330 pounds can use Nubax. Nubax has two axes rotating around a central pivot point. You lie across the top of the frame with your hips on one axis and your shoulders on the other. Gravity pulls you downward, creating a stretch along the spine that separates the vertebrae so that nutrients can enter the disc space. The pressure is then taken off the nerves with no bending or twisting involved. We recommend that you take time to experiment with adjusting the belt at the waist and the starting position outlined in our manual. There are several different areas that can be adapted to suit what you think feels right for you. Some have found that placing a pillow under the knees ensures proper placement of the waist belt. A pillow between the waist belt and torso can shorten the stretch, which means your knees don’t have to be placed as far forward. The shoulder pads are adjustable to fit snugly under your armpits. A pillow on the chest pad can give a snugger fit. You can use Nubax at any time during the day safely and easily. There are two times of the day, however, that are usually most effective. First, when you rise in the morning, you can perform the stretches. At night is especially beneficial since you lie down directly after and your spine is not recompressed as it is when you go about your normal daily activities. Before and after playing a sport or exercising can aid muscle action. If you work a physically demanding job, using Nubax before or after work can be ideal. If you have any questions please give us a call at (800)355-2956.