Cervical Spine Traction and Care

Crutchfield Tong, Halo Traction, and Halo Femoral Traction.

Crutchfield Tong uses a skull tongs to apply traction, while Halo Traction employs a halo device that attaches to the skull with four pins.

Both Halo Femoral Traction and Halo Pelvic Traction are used for scoliosis.

<p>Deep breathing exercises help to prevent respiratory complications, such as pneumonia, which can occur in immobile patients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Zero Degree Traction is used for shoulder dislocation, humeral neck fracture, and surgical neck fracture. Dunlop Traction is commonly used for supracondylar fracture of the humerus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The groove ensures that the rope applying traction runs smoothly and prevents unnecessary friction or stress on the pulley.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Regular inspection is necessary to identify signs of wear and tear, such as fraying or damage, which could compromise the traction system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Perineal care helps to prevent skin breakdown, infections, and urinary tract issues, which are common concerns in immobile patients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Skeletal traction is used to support, prevent or correct deformities, immobilize, reduce fractures, reduce muscle pain and spasm, and maintain good body alignment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>10% of the patient's body weight.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The patient should be in dorsal recumbent position with the line of pull in line with the deformity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The patient's body weight.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>One inch to promote aeration or ventilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To avoid pressure and potential nerve damage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Balkan frame includes 4 vertical bars, 2 horizontal bars, and a diagonal bar.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Thomas and Pearson slings are typically used for the thigh portion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The suspension rope is used to elevate the patient's injured limb for better alignment and comfort.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They facilitate the transmission and control of the traction force from the weights to the patient's limb.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide supportive therapy for fractures of the hip, femur, or hip dislocation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pneumonia and bedsore.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The patient should be placed in a semi-fowler's position.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is used for treating a tibial plateau fracture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It combines head halter traction with pelvic-girdle traction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A device used for cervical spine traction.

Traction method using pins to support cervical spine.

Used specifically for scoliosis treatment.

Applied for hip and femur conditions.

Traction setup for proximal femur issues.

For treatment of shoulder and humeral fractures.

Specific for supracondylar humeral fractures.

Traction for infants under 2 with hip issues.

The act of pulling and drawing to align bones or relieve pressure.

The force that opposes the pull of traction, usually the patient's body weight.

When traction is needed, such as for hip and femur affection.

To support, prevent deformity, immobilize, reduce fractures, and relieve muscle pain.

Using slings properly, ensuring they fit well to avoid irritation.

A structure with vertical and horizontal bars used in traction settings.

The patient should be positioned to allow effective traction and counter traction.

Includes various splints, ropes, and bars necessary for balance skeletal traction.

Set traction weight at 10% of the patient's body weight.

A method of applying traction through pins inserted into the bone.

A type of traction used for hip dislocation and femur fractures that involves placing a pillow under the leg.

Traction method for cervical spine issues, using a head halter while the patient is in a semi-fowler's position.

Combination of head halter and pelvic girdle traction, primarily for scoliosis treatment.

Traction method for herniated nucleus pulposus, using a Trendelenburg position with specific weights.

Used for tibial plateau fractures, with a pin inserted at the calcaneal bone for support.