Physical therapy vivid reviews I visited the hospital because of persistent, dull pain in my neck and back. Treatment primarily consisted of traction therapy, electrical stimulation (ICT), and heat therapy. Traction therapy: This stretches the cervical vertebrae that are compressed by turtle neck. It may feel awkward at first, but afterward, your head will feel much lighter. Electric and thermal: The tingling sensation in my tense back muscles relieved tension, and the warm compress helped improve blood circulation. With consistent treatment, the numbness in my arms has definitely decreased and the stiffness in my back has eased. However, I've come to realize that maintaining good posture and stretching is just as important as the treatment itself.