Tilting traction apparatus

Details Tilting traction apparatus Tilting traction apparatus

1976-09-10

1978-08-01

Michell, Robert W.

Surgery

Truss

Perineal

128 74, 128 75, A61F 500

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active

041036816

ABSTRACT:
A tilting traction table primarily for out-patient use having a platform hinged to a base. The platform is sized to support a patient from his knees upward, with a patient's lower legs extending over a first end of the platform. Apparatus, operable by hand or wrist action of the patient, is provided for controllably tilting the platform relative to the base, for lowering the patient's head relative to his knees, applying traction-like forces to the patient's back. An inclined ramp portion of the platform near its first end elevates the knees of the patient relative to the general plane of the platform. A belt attached to the platform near the first end thereof by an adjustable strap, is configured for securing the patient's hips against longitudinal movement along the platform when the platform is tilted, but enables lateral movement of the patient's hips during the traction process, for maximizing his comfort. A slide enhancing member is provided for insertion between the patient and the platform surface to provide ready slippage therebetween during a traction treatment. The inclined ramp portion may be slightly contoured to provide added comfort and retain engagement of the patient's legs.

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