A 78-year-old retired teacher with a history of osteoporosis has fallen in her bathroom and sustained a subcapital femoral fracture.She is scheduled for an open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF)procedure in the morning.Which type of traction will most likely be implemented?

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Buck's traction is commonly used for femoral fractures, including subcapital femoral fractures, to provide temporary immobilization before surgery such as open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF). It helps in pain management and fracture stabilization by applying a pulling force.

A 78-Year-Old Retired Teacher with a History of Osteoporosis Has