Basics of Splinting and Casting
Chapter 12 Basics of Splinting and Casting Basic principles First, Do No Harm 1. Make sure that the potential complications of applying and maintaining a cast or splint are less…
Forearm, Wrist, and Hand Reduction
Chapter 10 Forearm, Wrist, and Hand Reduction Forearm fractures Overview 1. Fractures of both bones of the forearm (Figure 10-1) should be reduced anatomically (except in children younger than 12…
Shoulder and Elbow Reduction
Chapter 9 Shoulder and Elbow Reduction Clavicle fracture Overview 1. Most clavicle fractures require no reduction. 2. Closed reductions cannot be maintained and should not be attempted. Indications for Use…
Pelvis and Lower Extremity Reduction
Chapter 11 Pelvis and Lower Extremity Reduction Pelvis reduction Overview 1. Application of a pelvic binder is a key step in the initial management of an unstable pelvic fracture. 2….
Basic Principles of Reduction Maneuvers
Chapter 8 Basic Principles of Reduction Maneuvers The three-point principle 1. Diaphyseal fractures (Figure 8-1, A): a. The primary reductive force should be applied against the apex of the fracture….
Femoral Skeletal Traction
Chapter 15 Femoral Skeletal Traction Overview Femoral traction is accomplished with placement of a pin across the distal femur and attachment to a pulley system secured to the bed. Indications…
Tibial Skeletal Traction
Chapter 16 Tibial Skeletal Traction Overview Tibial traction is accomplished with placement of a pin across the proximal tibial metadiaphysis and attachment to a pulley system secured to the bed….
Cervical Spine Traction with Gardner Wells Tongs
Chapter 18 Cervical Spine Traction with Gardner Wells Tongs Overview 1. Cervical spine traction is accomplished with placement of calipers or tongs to the skull and attachment to a pulley…
Calcaneal Skeletal Traction
Chapter 17 Calcaneal Skeletal Traction Overview Calcaneal traction is accomplished with placement of a pin across the posterior aspect of the calcaneus and attachment to a pulley system secured to…
Wrist Block
Chapter 4 Wrist Block Overview The following three nerves are involved in an wrist block: radial, median, and ulnar. 1. The ulnar nerve has a dorsal sensory branch that arises…
