Holidays don't have to break the bank and the back. As most sufferers know, back pain can put a crimp in even the most festive of holiday plans. High stress on the lower lumbar disks often leads to lower back pain, whether during the holiday season or any other time of year.

An estimated nine out of ten Americans suffer from lower back pain at some point in their lives. In fact, lower back pain is the second most common reason for doctor and hospital visits in the U.S. Disc-Traction, a recently patented therapeutic exercise support belt designed to strengthen and traction the lower back, is ready to change all that. ( www.Disc-Traction.com)

Based on the simple principle of action and reaction, Disc-Traction provides a do-it-yourself spinal stretch. Its unique handles allow the wearer to apply downward force, producing an opposite effect - the upward pull and stretching of the low and midback.

"Holidays can be back-breaking in more ways than one," said Benjamin Jensen, co-founder of BurJen Enterprises, Inc., makers of the Disc-Traction therapeutic exercise belt. "Regular use of Disc-Traction to stretch and strengthen the back can be beneficial not only in controlling and preventing back pain, but also for improving mobility, flexibility, posture and alignment."

By strengthening the core muscles next to the spinal column, the wearer creates strength internally by stabilizing the spine and unloading the disc space and muscles in the lumbar region to provide relief. A series of exercises has been developed to guide the wearer through a safe and effective exercise regime.

Developed by Dr. Eduardo Burgueno as an answer to his own chronic back pain, the Disc-Traction belt recently hit the market in both Europe and the U.S. A great gift idea for the back pain sufferer on your holiday list, the belt sells for $39.99 and includes an exercise DVD. Disc-Traction is available online at www.Disc-Traction.com or by phoning 1-877-761-9245.