68.Assisting With Application Of Skin Traction

A nonsurgical procedure that makes use of adhesive straps, slings, and halters applied to skin for attachment of weight, to exert indirect pull or traction on underlying structures.
To immobilize a part requiring partial or temporary immobilization.
To reduce fractures and dislocations in children.
To reduce fractures in adults temporarily before definitive treatment is given.
To correct flexion deformities of knee or hip.
a. Head halter: Assess head, ears, chin and neck.
b. Bryant's traction: Assess both legs.
c. Buck's extension: Assess one or both legs.
d. Dunlop's traction: Assess arm and forearm.
e. Pelvic belt: Assess lower back and abdomen
f. Pelvic sling: Assess back and abdomen
g. Russell's traction: Assess lower limbs.
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