Traction Fixation

Prepared by:

‫ثامر رسام الدهمشي‬

Under supervision:

‫ اشرف امين الطحان‬. ‫د‬

Section: 6238
 Traction Fixation
Definition: A therapeutic technique used to provide tension
to a body part or to treat fractures.
Benefits of Traction Fixation
1 Alignment 2 Pain Relief 3 Non-Invasive
Corrects bone alignment Alleviates pain from Avoids invasive surgical
for proper healing fractures or dislocations procedures in some cases
dislocations cases
Types of Traction Fixation
Skeletal Traction Skin Traction

Uses pins, wires, and pulleys to immobilize and align Applies pulling force through skin to align bone
and align bones fractures
Indications for Traction Fixation
1 Fractures 2 Dislocations 3 Spinal Cord Injuries
Treats femoral, tibial, and Aids in the reduction of hip
and humeral fractures hip and shoulder Provides stability in
dislocations cervical spine injuries
Contraindications for Traction Fixation

1 Open Fractures 2 Infection

Avoids risk of infection in the open wound Avoids further spread of infection in the body
body
Complications of Traction Fixation

1 Nerve Damage 2 Skin Breakdown 3 Joint Stiffness

Mechanical pressure may Poor traction application Prolonged immobilization
may cause nerve injury application leading to skin immobilization resulting in
skin ulcers resulting in joint stiffness
stiffness
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Conclusion
1 Effective Technique 2 Collaborative 3 Patient Education
Approach
Proper patient education is
Traction fixation is an Requires coordination education is vital for
effective treatment for among healthcare successful traction therapy.
many orthopedic professionals for success. therapy.
conditions.
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