Stimson technique

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf medical procedure
gptkbp:alternativeTo gptkb:Hippocratic_method
gptkbp:field orthopedics
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Stimson technique
gptkbp:indication anterior shoulder dislocation
gptkbp:mechanismOfAction uses gravity for reduction
gptkbp:method affected arm hangs off table
patient lies prone
weight attached to wrist
gptkbp:namedAfter gptkb:Philip_Stimson
gptkbp:usedFor shoulder dislocation reduction
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Kocher's_method
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6