A device for selectively applying tractive forces to a user's back. In some
embodiments, the device is an isometric exercise device. In some
embodiments, the device is a portable, collapsible device. In some
embodiments, the device enables a user to selectively adjust and control
the magnitude and/or application region of the tractive forces while the
device is being used. In some embodiments, the user-exerted tractive force
is applied to handle portions of the device and transmitted to a lower
extremity engaging portion of the device. In some embodiments, the device
is configured such that a user can connect and remove the user's lower
extremities from the device without requiring the manual manipulation of
the mounts used to selectively retain the user's lower extremities. In
some embodiments, the device is adjustable for use by a wide variety of
differently sized individuals.
