Simple C-Flex Traction™ instead of traction table for supine intramedullary nailing of geriatric pertrochanteric fractures
The C-Flex Traction™ offers a novel alternative to conventional traction tables. By integrating dynamic, surgeon-controlled traction with fluoroscopic guidance, C-Flex Traction™ achieves anatomical reduction and stable fixation comparable to traditional methods while eliminating reliance on specialized equipment. Its streamlined workflow significantly reduces preoperative preparation time and surgical staffing demands, enhancing operational efficiency-particularly valuable in resource-constrained settings.
Authors
- Qiang Guo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4264-1290)
- Ling Luo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1856-2541)
- Yifu Tang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3742-4942)
- Xiaoning Li (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0547-9116)
Institutions
- Central South University (CN)
- Third Xiangya Hospital (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
- Published
- 2025-06-16
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s13018-025-05991-x
- Primary Topic
- Hip and Femur Fractures
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- National Natural Science Foundation of China
- Central South University
- Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province
- Xiangya Hospital, Central South University