The Slishman Traction Splint (STS) is a patented traction splint that applies femur traction from the hip using a pulley system rather than pulling from the foot — eliminating extension beyond the patient's foot, a critical field advantage. One size fits all patients from small pediatric to large adult. Applicable even with lower leg or foot amputation. Apply in under 60 seconds. Weighs under 18 oz. SKU: MEDTAC0695.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Slishman / North American Rescue |
| SKU | MEDTAC0695 |
| Packed Dimensions | 22 in. × 3 in. × 3 in. (original STS) |
| Weight | Under 18 oz (1 lb 8 oz / approx. 672g) |
| Materials | 6061 aluminum telescoping poles; 550 paracord traction cord |
| Size Range | One size fits all — small pediatric to large adult |
| Traction Point | Proximal (at patient's hip) — not distal |
| Application Time | Under 60 seconds |
| Radiolucent | Yes (aluminum barely visible; steel thumb screw visible) |
| Lower Leg Injury | Not contraindicated — strap positions proximal to injury |
| No Foot Extension | Splint does not extend beyond the foot — fits in any transport |
| Environmental Stability | Corrosion and shock resistant; temperature stable |
Product Overview
Femur fractures cause significant hemorrhage — up to 1–2 liters of blood loss in the thigh compartment — and generate severe pain through muscle spasm. Traction splinting restores femur alignment, reduces the thigh compartment volume, and relieves muscle spasm, all of which limit ongoing hemorrhage and dramatically reduce pain. However, traditional traction splints (Sager, Hare, Thomas) extend 18–24 inches beyond the patient's foot — making them unsuitable for helicopter transport, vehicle extrication, and litter evacuation in confined spaces.
The Slishman Traction Splint solves this problem with a fundamentally different traction mechanism. Rather than anchoring at the foot and pulling distally, the STS applies force at the patient's hip using a proximal pulley system. Telescoping aluminum poles extend from hip toward the ankle, creating a pushing force against the distal strap rather than a pulling force from the foot. The result is a traction splint that remains anatomically contained between the patient's hip and ankle — never extending past the foot — allowing safe use in aircraft, vehicles, and narrow egress paths without modification.
The STS is applicable in lower leg injury or foot amputation scenarios where traditional traction splints are contraindicated. The distal strap can be positioned proximal to the calf, still providing traction to the femur while leaving the distal injury accessible for treatment. One-size-fits-all design eliminates the need to carry separate adult and pediatric traction splints. Traction adjustment remains accessible at the hip during transport — a critical advantage when monitoring patient comfort in the field.
See also: TC Splint (Telescoping Collapsible Splint) | UNO Traction Splint | Full Immobilization Collection
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