A cervical traction device includes a base assembly having a sled frame and a sled assembly that is adapted to move along the sled frame. The device includes a plurality of unique head support cushions. The sled assembly includes a recess that is adapted to removably receive each of the plurality of head support cushions. The device also includes a shoulder support cushion and a halter assembly having a head halter that is adapted to be removably attached to the head of the patient. A linear actuator is attached between the base assembly and the sled assembly and adapted to move the sled assembly along the sled frame.