The Traction Splint has been the standard for ambulance services for treating patients with suspected long bone fractures of the lower extremities. It is mainly made of aluminum alloy and the length can be adjusted. Equipped with an automatic traction system of the nylon strap.
The Kendrick Traction Device (KTD) is a lightweight splint used in a pre-hospital environment to restore anatomical alignment to the leg. It is most commonly used for fractures of the femur (thigh bone). A single person can properly apply the KTD in less than one minute.