The Effect of Halo-Pelvic Traction on Bone Mineral Density of Vertebrae and Corresponding Risk Factors.
Xianming HuangPeng XiuYi ShuYue-Ming SongZhong-Jie ZhouChunguang ZhouGanjun FengLei WangLimin LiuJing TangXi YangPublished in: Orthopaedic surgery (2023)
Halo-pelvic traction can lead to a decrease in the BMD of the spinal vertebrae, with traction length positively correlated with BMD loss and correction rate negatively correlated with BMD loss. To prevent osteoporosis, physicians should ensure a limited traction length while utilizing better management techniques.