Orthopedic traction table (fracture table)
A specialized operating table with leg supports that allow controlled longitudinal traction to be applied and maintained throughout the procedure.
How it is used
Used in femur and hip fracture surgery (e.g. intramedullary nailing, anterior-approach arthroplasty) to facilitate indirect fracture reduction and maintain it throughout the procedure.
Clinical tip
Traction tables can cause pressure injury to the perineum or nerve stretch injury if positioning and traction force are not checked carefully.
Sources
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History
Added to the catalog on 2026-10-02.
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