internal traction

internal traction

n.

A pulling force created by using one of the cranial bones, above the point of fracture, for anchorage.

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traction,

n the act of drawing (pulling).

traction, external,

n a fracture reduction appliance principally used in the management of midfacial fractures. Points of fixation are located in the oral cavity and over the cranial area, and elastic or rigid connectors are placed between the cranial and oral points of fixation.

traction, intermaxillary,

n See traction, maxillomandibular.

traction, internal,

n a pulling force created by using one of the cranial bones above the point of fracture for anchorage.

traction, maxillomandibular (intermaxillary traction),

n the technique for reducing fractures of the maxilla or mandible into functional relations with the opposing dental arch through the use of elastic or wire ligatures and interdental wiring or splints.