Distraction and reduction device

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1992-01-21

1992-11-10

Brown, Michael A.

Surgery: splint, brace, or bandage

Orthopedic bandage

Splint or brace

602 32, 602 36, A61F 500

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051620391

ABSTRACT:
A distraction and reduction device includes a main support bar having a saddle at one end thereof for engagement with the patient's groin or axilla. A support arm is mounted on the support bar and supports a force applying unit. The force applying unit is connected to a means for engaging the body and applies a distally directed force to the patient's limb to distract the bone fragments. As distraction force is being applied to the fractured limb, the saddle presses into the patient's groin or axilla thereby providing resistance against the traction force. The invention also includes a fracture reducing unit which is used to selectively apply pressure to the limb at the location of the fracture to correct any misalignment of the bone fragments.

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