Wang G J, Whitehill R, Stamp W G, Rosenberger R
Clin Orthop Relat Res. 1979 Jul-Aug(142):168-75.
Although function does not return after complete spinal cord injuries, partial recovery is possible after incomplete lesions Halofemoral traction may produce early decompression of injured neural elements in the spinal canal by anatomic realignment of the spinal column. It also acts to stabilize the very unstable thoracolumbar fracture dislocation and prevent displacement as well as further neurologic trauma. The body jacket is easy to make and apply. It allows early mobilization of patients when utilized in conjunction with the posterior spinal fusion and Harrington rod fixation.
虽然完全性脊髓损伤后功能无法恢复，但不完全性损伤后有可能实现部分恢复。半股骨牵引可通过脊柱的解剖复位使椎管内受损神经组织早期减压。它还能稳定极不稳定的胸腰椎骨折脱位，防止移位以及进一步的神经损伤。身体夹克制作和应用都很简便。与后路脊柱融合术和哈灵顿棒固定联合使用时，它能让患者早期活动。
