Which of the following terms describes traction by use of strapping, elastic wraps, or tape?

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Skin traction involves the application of force to the skin using strapping, elastic wraps, or tape. It is used to manage fractures and dislocations in skeletal traction. Closed traction involves the application of force within a limb through a small incision using pins and wires. Multiple method traction is a combination of both skin and skeletal methods used in certain cases. Therefore, skin traction is the best choice for this question.

Which of the Following Terms Describes Traction by Use of Strapping