Do not purchase this item if you are actually wanting to buy an original kendrick traction device. The information included below is designed to be used as a guide for an ischial type traction splint. In 1961, the american college of surgeons recommended that traction splints be included in every ambulance in the united states. Thomas during the first world war, included the use of the device for femur fractures resulting from gunshot. Sts directions for use 2014 study of 4 different traction splints a fascinating read on the history and current state of femoral traction splinting. Protect your patient from further hemorrhage and additional nerve, vascular, bone, and muscle damage. Hare traction splint, the original traction splinting device, realigns a fractured femur to its proper position. Kendricks other devices for extrication include the k.
The kendrick traction device is a registered trade name, and the device is patented. Applying a traction splint to a patient with a suspected femur. Now you can easily carry a traction device in your trauma box, jump bag or first aid kit. Sam splint leverages the revolutionary ccurve principle to mold its foam and aluminum layers into structural arcs, strong enough for pre or postcast care, while remaining lighter and more transportable than traditional splints that rely on heavy, rigid materials. Ppt applying a sager traction splint 1 of 3 powerpoint. Portable traction splints and methods of use in applying traction to an injured patients limb, or limbs, are disclosed.
Immobilization skills traction splinting start time. Sam slishman at the university of new mexico to overcome many of the the operational difficulties of older traction splint designs. Evaluation of commercially available traction splints for. Requires two responders one to hold traction, one to apply. The reductions were significantly more in the traction splint group at the 1 st, 6 th p 0.
A traction splint is a splinting device that uses straps attaching over the pelvis or hip as an anchor, a metal rod to mimic normal bone stability and limb length, and a mechanical device to apply traction to the limb. The instruction leaflet which comes with each item is sufficient to allow the first time user to be successful after a quick glance. A traction splint most commonly refers to a splinting device that uses straps attaching over the pelvis or hip as an anchor, a metal rods to mimic normal bone stability and limb length, and a mechanical device to apply traction used in an attempt to reduce pain, realign the limb, and minimize vascular and neurological complication to the limb. Check out this lesson for stepbystep instructions on how to a properly apply a traction splint. If the sager splint or the kendricks traction device is used. The traction pole length quickly adjusts for adult or paediatric application, eliminating the. Physio control suretemp plus user manual kendrick extrication device ked documents. The disclosed traction splints may be extendable from a collapsed configuration adapted for transportation and storage towards an extended configuration adapted for applying traction to an injured patient, using telescoping members. Theres a partial amputation or avulsion with bone separation and the distal. To use or not to use article pdf available in journal of perioperative practice 199.
The kendrick splint is an excellent lightweight piece of kit used widely in prehospital care and expedition medicine. Kendrick traction device kennersrdocwiki wiki github. Results for traction splint 1 10 of 49 sorted by relevance date click export csv or ris to download the entire page or use the checkboxes to select a subset of records to download export csv export ris 10 per page 50 per page 100 per page 250 per page. Pressure problems are not an issue due to the ktd kendrick traction device not using an ischial bar. Traction pole instantly adjusts for adult or pediatric use. If the sagar splint or the kendricks traction device is used without elevating the patients leg, application.
A traction splint most commonly refers to a splinting device that uses straps attaching over the. Traction splints applying the ktd traction splint taming. Ed immobilization of midshaft or distal femur fractures is thought to decrease pain for the patient during transport and to decrease the amount of bleeding and hemorrhage. There was no significant difference in pain intensity immediately after splintingbetween the two groups p 0. The traction splint was developed by sir hugh thomas, an orthopedic surgeon, who lived in liverpool, england, during the 19th century. Applies appropriate mechanical traction positionssecures support straps reevaluates proximaldistal securing devices reassesses motor, sensory and circulatory functions in the injured extremity secures patient to the long backboard to immobilize the hip secures the traction splint legs to the long backboard to prevent movement of the splint. The system is made up of a folding snap out aluminum pole, color coded elastic leg straps, adjustable ankle hitch, and adjustable groin strap. The downsides are that it cant be used bilaterally and is a bit flimsy. Once the leg is under traction, pain is often reduced. The evaluator informs the student that the secondary assessment has been done by another emt and to stabilize the injury with a traction splint evaluator choses either hare or sager. This item kendrick orgktd traction device, colored line2design adult traction splint 4 leg straps effectively reducing pain line2design traction splint childpediatric portable lightweight immobilization emergency first aid splint with carrying case patient transport adjustable ankle straps. Apr 30, 2020 contribute to kennersrdocwiki development by creating an account on github. Check your nsp catalog for the slishman traction splint listing. Prometheus traction splint specialist emergency medical.
Used for fracture of the upper bone of the leg the femur. However, little standardization of equipment and training exists within the united states armed forces. We have used these for years on ski patrol, but their compactness and. The prometheus traction splint pts was created with valuable input from endusers and has built in features that are an advancement on the traction splints currently. The kendrick traction device ktd is an intelligent compact traction device for splinting lower extremities.
The original ktd comes with more than 30 years of unblemished history, quality and service. We have used these for years on ski patrol, but their compactness and ease of use is quickly ma. Emergency products research kendrick traction device. Pull out the inner shaft of the splint to apply traction. The prometheus traction splint is designed to be used on those patients with a suspected limb fracture. Traction splints, pediatric traction splint emergency. A traction splint most commonly refers to a splinting device that uses straps attaching over the pelvis or hip as an anchor, a metal rods to mimic normal bone stability and limb length, and a mechanical device to apply traction used in an attempt to reduce pain, realign the limb, and minimize vascular and neurological complication to the limb the use of traction splints to treat complete. A traction splint is the splint of choice and is to be used only for a painful, swollen, deformed midthigh injury with no lower leg injury. Applying a sager traction splint 2 of 3 secure the ankle harness. Oct 01, 2014 the prometheus traction splint is designed to be used on those patients with a suspected limb fracture. A traction splint is a special type of leg brace used for fractures of the long bone in the thigh. The sager is a unipolar traction splint, which means it uses one external pole to support the injured leg.
Us10517750b2 traction splints and methods of using. Kendrick traction device powerpoint wanted army rumour service. Practical effective traction splinting for technical. Applies appropriate mechanical traction positionssecures support straps reevaluates proximaldistal securing devices reassesses motor, sensory and circulatory functions in the injured extremity secures patient to the long backboard to immobilize the hip secures the traction splintlegs to the long backboard to prevent movement of the splint. Currently, four traction splints that have been awarded nato stock numbers are in use. Displaying traction splints results 1 to 12 of 12 single pole traction device. Traction splinting new york state department of health. Far easier to use than others on the market, lighter, cheaper and more simple. Application of model s301, super sager form iii single leg traction splint is similar to that of its bilateral cousin model s304. The ktd kendrick traction device is a femoral traction device that is small and compact enough to fit in a first aid kit yet adjusts to treat both adult andpaediatric patients. Emergency products research kendrick traction device traction.
Original use of the traction splint, first popularized by dr. The ktd device for femoral traction eliminates the need to roll a patient or raise a leg during application. A comparison between the effects of simple and traction. Traction splints applying the ktd traction splint february 14, 2014 jeffery hill, md m. Thomas during the first world war, included the use of the device for femur fractures resulting from gunshot wounds, which by definition are open fractures. However, the unilateral nature of the s301 requires that when positioning the splint, the traction pulley wheel be placed on its side and towards the injured limb. Cost effective, compact and lightweight, the kendrick traction device ktd is ideal for remote area operations and outdoor activities.
Sager emergency fracture response system sefrs sager infant bilateral splint. Because there is no ischial bar, there is no need for added pressure. The kendrick traction device ktd eliminates the need for legraising and unnecessary. The traction pole instantly adjusts for adult, child or pediatric use. Paramedic psychomotor competency portfolio manual traction. It is most commonly used for fractures of the femur thigh bone. Kendrick optimum traction device ferno product code. The ischial ring of the traction splint must be against the bony prominence of the buttocks ischial tuberosity. A collapsible femur traction device utilizes a segmented pole with an internal elastic cord running through the segments which will hold any desired number of the segments together to establish different effective lengths of the pole, so that the traction device can be used on small children as well as large adults, and is also collapsible into a very compact form. We have used these for years on ski patrol, but their compactness and ease of use is quickly making them. An intelligent compact traction device for splinting lower extremities. The ktd kendrick traction device eliminates the need to roll the patient or raise the leg during application.
Products emergency and rescue immobilisation traction splints. Kendrick ems manufacturer of medical traction devices. The thomas splint is used in conjunction with skin traction. Contribute to kennersrdocwiki development by creating an account on github. Traction splints are used only on the lower extremity, usually for a fracture of the femur. There are several different types of commercially made traction splints available. The pictures below demonstrate correct use of the splint. The ktd kendrick traction device is a femoral traction device that is small and compact enough to fit in a first aid kit yet adjusts to treat both adult and paediatric patients. Jan 02, 2009 the beauty of the kendrick splint is its simplicity. The history of traction splinting ski patrol buyers. Common cents ems supply is a proud distributor of these products. This invention is a traction splint including a tension applying mechanism with an outer knob to apply tension to a tension stirrup through belting wound about a shaft while such tension is released by turning of an inner knob in the opposite direction. Pdf to investigate whether a traction splint made from improvised materials is as efficacious as commercially.
Kendrick traction device first aid training equipment. The system is made up of a folding snap out aluminum pole, color coded elastic leg straps. Kendrick traction device application instructions a ankle hitch b upper thigh system c traction pole d knee elastic strap e thigh elastic strap f ankle elastic strap g storage bag apply upper thigh system by sliding male buckle under the leg, atthe knee, and seesaw upward until positioned in crotch area as shown. A traction splint is a splinting device that uses straps attaching over the pelvis or hip as an anchor, a metal rod to mimic normal bone stability and limb length, and a. Products emergency and rescue immobilisation traction splints optimum traction device. Proper use can decrease the pain and damage caused by the fracture. Traction splints used in the field include the hare traction splint. The kendrick traction device ktd is a lightweight splint used in a prehospital environment to restore anatomical alignment to the leg. Kendrick s other devices for extrication include the k. The beauty of the kendrick splint is its simplicity.
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