Halo-Pelvic Traction is used for which condition?

• A. For S-Type scoliosis
• B. Affection of supracondylar of the humerus
• C. For poliomyelitis with residual paralysis of the hip and knee
• D. For C type scoliosis

Answer: (D)

Halo-pelvic traction is used for severe, fixed scoliosis, especially a single, rigid curve (C-type). The setup uses a skull halo connected to a pelvic ring to apply steady, gradual traction over days to weeks. This slow elongation helps loosen soft tissues and partially straighten the spine, making subsequent definitive fusion safer and more effective. In contrast, S-type curves are typically more flexible and may respond to bracing or less aggressive correction, so halo traction isn’t as necessary. It’s not a treatment for limb problems such as supracondylar humerus issues or poliomyelitis-related hip/knee paralysis, which involve different problems and management.