Traction (orthopedics)

In an extension Association ( also traction ) is an association that is attached to a limb, for straightening broken bones ( fractures) or to correct a misaligned used.

It is attached via a pending association on a cord weight. This train into the required direction can in a growth deformity balanced or in fractures the correct position of the fragments are held each other. The duration of treatment varies according to the case of a few days to 10 weeks.

Even today, eg hip joint dysplasia ( Fehlwüchse ) are thus treated in pediatric orthopedics.

  • Therapeutic procedures in orthopedics and trauma surgery
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