CT6 Traction Splint

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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

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 kit.
  • 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.