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Implementing a Halo Gravity Traction Program: A Multidisciplinary Endeavor.

Anne StuedemannMichon HustonNicolette SaddlerRichard M SchwendJohn AndersonElizabeth PierceTiffany Koivuniemi-BergJamie FryattKatrina Herman
Published in: Orthopedic nursing (2024)
Halo gravity traction (HGT) is a preoperative modality for children with severe spinal deformity used to optimize spine flexibility and balance while decreasing the likelihood of neurologic injury. HGT is a dependable solution for these challenging spinal deformities. Aligning treatment guidelines and providing resources, education, and training for staff are key components for a successful HGT program. The HGT program at Children's Mercy Hospital was then developed with a systems approach with the holistic goal of multidisciplinary collaboration with physical/occupational therapy, hospital medicine, pulmonology, psychology, nutrition, child life, and complex care management. Education, research, and national collaboration to standardize this therapy should improve patient safety and support quality improvement.
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