The Slishman Traction Splint STS was developed by Dr. Sam Slishman at the University of New Mexico to overcome many of the the operational difficulties of older traction splint designs. The innovative STS design has the traction mechanism positioned at the patient's hip. Femur traction is applied through the extension of the pole segments creating a pushing force on the ankle strap instead of pulling distally from the foot.
Slishman Traction Splint STS Features:
1. The STS Does Not Extend Beyond the Foot
2. Rapid Patient Application in Under 60 Seconds
3. The STS is Not Contraindicated in Lower Leg Injury or Amputation
4. Lightweight and Compact
5. One Size Fits All
6. Traction Mechanism Accessible During Transport
patient's foot. You can easily and quickly adjust traction for maximum patient comfort.
7. Radiolucent
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JEMS 2017 STS Slishman Traction Splint Presentation
STS Slishman Traction Splint Presentation at EMS Today 2017
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