traction advantages, disadvantages

Traction can apply the same amount of force consistently

true

traction requires continuous supervision

false

home traction devices are expensive

false

traction devices are convenient for independent use

true

you do not have to give a traction pt. a call bell

false

electrical traction units and tables are expensive

true

pt. set up for traction is not time consuming

false

The pt. my feel uncomfortable because they lack control or participation

true

The pt. my feel uncomfortable because they are constricted by belts and halters

true

Traction devices can mobilize specific joints of the spine

false

traction devices mobilize broad regions of the spine

true