Traction Splints

Traction Splints are specifically designed external devices that are used to stabilize and immobilize body legs and to provide mechanical traction to relieve pain and reduce the possibility of further vascular and nerve damage on patients with suspected long bone fractures of the lower extremities. They are commonly used in pre-hospital and transport settings.

Medical traction splints are devices used in emergency situations with trauma to the bones of the lower extremity to provide stabilization and traction to help alleviate pain and reduce the risk of further injury to the limb