Tag John K. Ratliff

Stabilization of the Craniocervical Junction Following Resection of Chordomas and Chondrosarcomas of the Skull Base and Spine

© 2018 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. Please note that the copyright for the original figures submitted by the contributors is owned by Contributors. Introduction Tumors involving the skull base demonstrate diverse histology and distinct clinical implications, including chordomas and…

Spinal Traction

Summary of Key Points Spinal traction is an important treatment adjunct for cervical fractures, dislocations, destabilizing conditions, and deformity. Methods of spinal traction include head halter traction, Gardner–Wells tongs, and cranial halos. The most common indication for weighted traction is…