Crutchfield Cervical Traction Tong

Description

Crutchfield Cervical Traction Tong

The Crutchfield traction tong attaches to the skull to apply traction to the cervical spine. Surgeons use it to reduce and stabilize cervical injuries and deformities.

Skeletal traction for the neck

Skull traction pulls the head along the axis of the spine. Therefore, it can realign vertebrae and hold them steady. The Crutchfield design anchors its points in the outer skull, and then a rope and weights provide the pull.

Small, medium and large patterns

We offer the tong in small, medium and large patterns. The sizes help match the tong to different head sizes. If you need the span of each pattern, contact us and we will measure them for you.

Where it fits in care

First, the team marks and prepares the pin sites on the skull. Next, a dedicated drill point makes the small holes. Then the tong goes on and connects to the traction setup. Meanwhile, imaging guides the amount of weight applied.

Choosing patterns and accessories

Many units stock all three patterns so they can fit any patient. Also, remember the matching drill point for preparing pin sites. For instance, a trauma center might keep one full set ready at all times.

Caring for your Crutchfield traction tong

After removal, clean the tong thoroughly and rinse the tips. Next, brush any threaded parts and joints. Finally, dry it completely and sterilize it before storage.

Crutchfield traction tong specifications

• Patterns: small, medium or large
• Crutchfield cervical traction tong
• Stainless steel

Placing an order for tongs

For each tong, our three-year warranty handles problems that stem from workmanship. Also, our Atlanta crew checks the tips and joints by hand before shipping. Browse the common questions page for help with order terms. The steel reference we give is ASTM F899. To prepare pin sites, add the Crutchfield drill point. Then see our neurosurgery and spine collection.

For professional hands. Read the care and sterilization details on images of the product and why steel contains nickel, and check the shipping times page.