Definition
Traction is the use of a pulling force to treat muscle and
skeleton disorders
Purposes
Pulling the limb into a straight position
Ends muscle spasm
Relieves pain
Skin Traction
Max. weight :
Adhesive: 15 lbs (6.7kg)
Non- Adhesive: 10 lbs (4.5kg)
Skin Traction
Anteromedial and
posterolateral position for
adhesive tape
Re evaluate in 2 weeks
Complication: allergic,
excoriation, pressure sores,
peroneal nerve palsy
Skeletal traction
Complication:
infection, incorrect placement, distraction of the #
site, ligamentous damage, Epiphyseal damage,
depressed scar.
Predisposes to knee
stiffness 2-3 weeks
must be removed /
replaced by proximal tibia
traction
1st method:
Draw a horizontal line at the
2nd method:
1.25 inches (3 cm)
proximal to the
articulation between
lateral femoral condyle
and lateral tibial
plateau
Head Halter
Crutchfield Tongs
Halo Ring
Complication:
pin track infection
Cotrel
Idiopathic scoliosis
Dynamic traction
Weight: less than 15 lbs
Dunlop
Complication :
ischemic contracture.
Olecranon
Complication :
compartment syndrome
Pelvic Sling
Acetabular fracture
displaced
Insertion screw to
greater trochanter to
neck femur
Buck Extention
Skin traction
Bryant (Gallows)
Vascular complication
Ninety-90 degrees
Hamilton Russel
Bohler-Braun
Weight 3,2-4,5 kg
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