Traction

PTA 104L Orthopedic Dysfunctions Lab

Contents

Page 1
Instructional Use Statement
Introduction and Overview
Specific Areas of Focus
Definition
Classification of traction
Types of Traction

Page 2
Contraindications and Precautions
Contraindications
Precautions
Quiz Yourself

Page 3
Calculating Traction Force
Friction effects
Shortcut method:

Page 4
Goals of traction
Theory of Therapeutic Effects
Herniation of disc material
Degenerative joint disease
Muscle spasm or guarding
Joint hypomobility
Facet Impingement

Page 5
Cervical Traction
Physiological effects
Mechanical Techniques
Angle of pull

Page 6
Lumbar Traction
Physiological Effects
Mechanical Techniques
Angle of pull
Inversion traction

Page 7
General Traction Treatment Considerations
Static vs. intermittent
Treatment time
Frequency
Positional traction
Manual traction
Positioning and Draping

Page 8
Supplemental Demonstration Videos and Images
Self-Check

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