Difference between revisions of "CT6 Traction Splint"

From MEFD
(Created page with "The CT-6 is a pole-style traction splint used on mid-shaft femur fractures. It is very similar to the KTD used in Skagit County EMS courses. The splint is carried on 11-17 and 11-24 and can be found in a small black bag inside the large orange air splint bags on each rig. thumb|CT-6 Traction Splint Extended thumb|X-ray before and after traction applied ==Contraindications== Don't apply the splint in these si...")
 
 
(2 intermediate revisions by the same user not shown)
Line 1: Line 1:
The CT-6 is a pole-style traction splint used on mid-shaft femur fractures. It is very similar to the KTD used in Skagit County EMS courses. The splint is carried on 11-17 and 11-24 and can be found in a small black bag inside the large orange air splint bags on each rig.
The CT-6 is a pole-style traction splint used on mid-shaft femur fractures. It is very similar to the KTD used in Skagit County EMS courses. The splint is carried on 11-17 and 11-24 and can be found in a small black bag which may be inside the large orange air splint bags on each rig.


[[File:Ct6-extended.jpg|thumb|CT-6 Traction Splint Extended]]
[[File:Ct6-extended.jpg|thumb|CT-6 Traction Splint Extended]]
Line 21: Line 21:
==Video==
==Video==
* Training Video - set to skip straight to the training portion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1-hWv6yYpY#t=2m36s
* Training Video - set to skip straight to the training portion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1-hWv6yYpY#t=2m36s
== Inventory ==
[[File:CT6 Traction Splint Parts.jpg|thumb]]
The following should be included in each split kit:
* (1) pole traction splint with attached:
** (4) velcro straps
** (1) pulley system
** (1) ankle boot
* (1) ischial/hip strap with buckle
* (1) velcro extension strap
* (1) set of instructions
== Maintenance Checks ==
* Make sure all parts are present.
* Confirm elastic holding poles together is in good condition.
* Assemble splint and look for wear/tear/etc on poles, ankle boot, straps, ropes, buckles, etc.
* Verify pulley system moves smoothly
* Disassemble and return all parts to kit.

Latest revision as of 22:24, 24 December 2023

The CT-6 is a pole-style traction splint used on mid-shaft femur fractures. It is very similar to the KTD used in Skagit County EMS courses. The splint is carried on 11-17 and 11-24 and can be found in a small black bag which may be inside the large orange air splint bags on each rig.

CT-6 Traction Splint Extended
X-ray before and after traction applied

Contraindications

Don't apply the splint in these situations:

  • Pelvic fracture or instability
  • Knee, ankle, or foot fractures
  • Fracture of the femur near either end of the femur(for example a broken 'hip')

Instructions

(also see training video below)

Video

Inventory

CT6 Traction Splint Parts.jpg

The following should be included in each split kit:

  • (1) pole traction splint with attached:
    • (4) velcro straps
    • (1) pulley system
    • (1) ankle boot
  • (1) ischial/hip strap with buckle
  • (1) velcro extension strap
  • (1) set of instructions

Maintenance Checks

  • Make sure all parts are present.
  • Confirm elastic holding poles together is in good condition.
  • Assemble splint and look for wear/tear/etc on poles, ankle boot, straps, ropes, buckles, etc.
  • Verify pulley system moves smoothly
  • Disassemble and return all parts to kit.