Traction Flashcards
0
Q
Traction Precautions (general)
A
Structural disease/conditions affecting spine
When belt pressure may be hazardous (pregnant)
Displaced annular fragment
Medial disc protrusion
When severe pain fully resolves w/ traction
Claustrophobia
Inability to tolerate prone or supine position
Disorientation
1
Q
Clinical indications for spinal traction
A
Disc bulge or herniation Nerve root impingement Joint Hypomobility Subacute joint inflammation Paraspinal muscle spasm
2
Q
Traction precautions (cervical)
A
TMJ problems
Dentures
3
Q
Traction Contraindications
A
Where motion is contraindicated Acute injury or inflammation Joint hypermobility or instability Peripheralization of symptoms with traction Uncontrolled hypertension
