Abstract: A traction splint for applying traction to an injured limb of a patient. The traction splint includes a pair of spaced adjustably extensible side members, a traction mechanism coupled to first ends of the side members for exerting a pulling force on the limb, and a cross member traversing second ends of the side members and adapted to abut a portion of the patient. The cross member is pivotally connected to the second ends whereby extending one of the side members more than the other side member angularly displaces the cross member with respect to the side member.