HALO traction, ListServ Summary, Jan 2026

HALO traction, ListServ Summary, Jan 2026

Rehab administrators answer questions regarding HALO Traction Equipment. IPRC archives information collected by the Pediatric Rehab Administrator’s ListServ as a public service to the entire Pediatric Rehabilitation Community. All information is posted in summary format and has been de-identified. Search through past queries for responses to rehabilitation related questions.

Original Questions:

  1. Who is assessing the initial fit of the halo traction equipment? 
  2. Who is performing the neuro checks after weight is increased?
  3. Who is adding the daily weight increases to equipment? 
  4. Describe the halo traction wheelchair and walker equipment that is being used?
  5. What halo traction system are you using (i.e. springs, free weights)?
  6. What, if any, is the role of PT/OT in the halo traction process?

Summary of Results (de-identified)

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