<prompt> Gallows traction is used in a child with a fracture. Which of the following fracture is treated by Gallows traction?Neck of femurShaft of femurShaft of tibiaTibial plafond  <response>: Gallows traction: It is used for the fracture of shaft of the femur in children from bih to 2 years. This traction continued till sufficient callus forms 3-6 weeks. In this traction, the weight of the body provides counter traction and the fracture is reduced. Ref: Essential Ohopaedics by Maheshwari, 3rd edition, Page 122. 