
Slishman Traction SplintTM (STS)
Dr Sam Slishman, a practicing emergency physician in the US, invented and patented the Slishman SplintTM , possibly the best femoral traction splint in the world today.
Femoral splint primarily seeks to acheve 2 main objectives :
- To reduce pain
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To limit further damage to the leg
Realising the distinct gap that existed between the available technologies to deliver on these, Dr Slishman endeavoured and delivered a superior traction device that meets all the required qualities of an ideal traction device. These attributes include :
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LIghtweight and portability
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Simplicity of use
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Durability and robustness of design and construct
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Universal size to fit children and adults alike
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Radiotranslucency
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Proximal traction allowing casualty to adjust tension parameter
The Slishman Splint uniquely achieves the fastest and most efficient application of a traction splint and thereby delivers the best possible chance of a successful clinical intervention.
Application
The Slishman SplintTM can be easily be deployed under 2 minutes in just 4 smple steps.
Step 1 - Apply strap to calf or below Step 2 - Apply groin strap after Step 3 - Lock in course adjustment
or below knee. releasing course adjustment. with tension on leg.

Step 4 - Release fine adjustment before pulling cord
to get traction to desired level before locking in

Download the PDF Instructions here
Our success stories from Dr Slishman's humanitarian efforts in Haiti.
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