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Glossary Term
Distraction
Distraction (traction): Distraction is an arthrokinematic motion. A force applied that separates two surfaces; that is, a force that increases the space or decreases the pressure between two surfaces. Similar to the way a suction cup is pulled from a window. An anatomical example would include forces that pull one bone surface apart from another, increasing intra-articular volume.
Distraction (traction): Distraction is an arthrokinematic motion. A force applied that separates two surfaces; that is, a force that increases the space or decreases the pressure between two surfaces. Similar to the way a suction cup is pulled from a window. An anatomical example would include forces that pull one bone surface apart from another, increasing intra-articular volume. For example, hanging from one's hands (e.g. in preparation for a pull-up) results in a traction force on the glenohumeral joint (shoulder).
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Synonyms
- Traction force
- Traction