Femoral Skeletal Traction


Overview

Femoral traction is accomplished with placement of a pin across the distal femur and attachment to a pulley system secured to a bed.

Indications for Use

  • 1.

    Acetabular fractures

  • 2.

    Proximal femur fractures

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