title: Simple traction system for closed intramedullary nailing of the tibia.
abstract: A simple traction system which facilitates closed intramedullary nailing of the tibia is described. The system is easy to erect and uses equipment which is readily available in most operating theatres.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Manchester, Hope Hospital, Salford, UK.
authors.forename: J B
authors.initials: JB
authors.lastname: Williamson
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Grimshaw
authors.forename: D I
authors.initials: DI
authors.lastname: Rowley
mesh_terms: D005594:Fracture Fixation, Intramedullary / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D013978:Tibial Fractures / Q000601:surgery*; D014143:Traction / Q000379:methods*