Effect of derotation boot versus skin traction on pain in patients with intertrochanteric fractures a randomized controlled trial
Intertrochanteric hip fractures in older adults are often associated with severe pain, and inadequate preoperative analgesia increases the risk of delirium, immobility, and mortality. Although skin traction (ST) is widely used for temporary stabilization, its analgesic effectiveness remains poorly supported, and it m...