Traction (orthopedics)

Traction (orthopedics)
Early Greek traction device, from a Byzantine edition of Galen's work in the 2nd century AD.
ICD-9-CM	93.4
MeSH	D014143
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Traction is a set of mechanisms for straightening broken bones or relieving pressure on the spine^[1] and skeletal system. There are two types of traction: skin traction and skeletal traction. They are used in orthopedic medicine.