Tour Flexion Distraction
Manual traction on a portable table? Yes!
This ingenious Flexion Distraction Device offers gentle, smooth and ergonomic manual operation. It is easy to attach to the Tour and also detaches quickly so you can take it on the road. A customized Travel Case provides maximum protection. Upgrade at anytime to include Lateral Flexion for compound angles.
Adjustable Height Legs available (new or retrofit)
Shoulder Strap included on all tables
Choice of Wood (Oak or Walnut)
- Description
- Standard Features
- Optional Features
- Flexion Distraction
- Table Specifications
- Colors
- Table Height
- Lateral Flexion
- Elevating Base
- Accessories
- Videos
- Shipping
- Prices
Description
Standard Features
- Oak Wood Construction
- Flexion Distraction
- Headpiece Flexion, Extension & Elevation
- Headpiece Straight Drop & Forward Motion Drop
- Prone Arm Rest
- Thoracic Drop & Incline, 30°
- Pelvic Drop
- Caudal Drop
- Ankle Rest Extension
- Shoulder Carrying Strap
- Back legs fold into table when using Flexion Distraction (can be swung down anytime to use the table without FD)
- Cocking Levers on one side of table (choice of Right or Left when lying prone)
Options / Upgrades
- Walnut Wood Construction
- Adjustable Height Legs
- Abdominal Swing-Away
- Lateral Flexion
- Elevating Conversion Base (Note: Swing-Away, Flexion Distraction and Lateral Flexion can not be used when Tour is mounted to Conversion Base)
Accessories
- Crescent Arm Rest
- Slip Cover
- All-Terrain Leg Caps
- Comfort Pillow
- Headpiece Extension Pillow
- Side Arm Rests
- Bolsters
- Adjustable Height Legs
- Height Raising Legs
- Protective Cover
- Pull Cart
- Airline Travel Case
- FD Travel Case
- Accessory Carrying Bag
- Custom Logo
Standard Features
Headpiece
- Flexion: 0 – 5°, Extension: 0 – 23°
- Vertical Elevation: 0 – 6.75” (0 – 17 cm)
- Straight Drop & Forward Motion Drop
- Drop height: Standard 0.54″ (13.7 mm) or Short 0.35” (9 mm)
- Adjustable tension
- Compound angles possible, locks into position
- Cushions are adjustable in width at front end
- Contoured cushions
- Cocking lever & adjustable tension control on right side (when lying prone)
- Paper Hanger, Hold-Down & Tear-Off Bar
Prone Arm Rest
- Adjustable position
- Optional Crescent Arm Rest (see Accessories)
Thoracic Drop & Incline
- Drop height of 0.7” (17.5 mm) at front
- Inclines to fixed 30° (7.5” /19 cm) at front. Does not drop in inclined position.
- Cocking lever on one side of table (choice of Right or Left when lying prone)
- Adjustable tension control on one side of table (same side as cocking levers)
- Stainless steel plunger (with compression spring) in high density polyethylene housing
- 16” x 20” (41 x 51 cm)
Pelvic Drop
- Drop height of 1.25” (32 mm) at front
- Cocking lever on one side of table (choice of Right or Left when lying prone)
- Adjustable tension control on one side of table (same side as cocking levers)
- Stainless steel plunger (with compression spring) in high density polyethylene housing
- 10.5” x 20” (27 x 51 cm)
Caudal Drop
- Drop height of 0.7” (17.5 mm) at front
- Cocking lever on one side of table (choice of Right or Left when lying prone)
- Adjustable tension control on one side of table (same side as cocking levers)
- Stainless steel plunger (with compression spring) in high density polyethylene housing
- 20” x 20” (51 x 51 cm)
Ankle Rest Extension
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- Adjustable Extension: 0 -11” (0 – 28 cm)
- Locks in any position
- 6.5” x 20” (17 x 51 cm)
Back Legs
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- Back legs fold up into table when using Flexion Distraction
- Table can be used without FD anytime
Shoulder Carrying Strap
- Adjustable in length
- Padded for added comfort
- Retrofits to all Tours (includes hardware & easy instructions)
Optional Features
Adjustable Height Legs
- Choice of 18 – 25″ or 21 – 30″ (46 – 63.5 cm or 53.5 – 76 cm)
- Adjustable height in 1″ increments
- Extremely durable
- No weight limit
- Available on all new Tour tables
- Retrofits to all Tour tables in the field
Abdominal Swing-Away
- Swing-Away from 0 – 7″
- Locks into position at any angle along arc
- Operates from right side when lying prone
- Swing-Away section: 6.5″ x 16.5″ (23 x 42 cm)
- Quickly interchangeable chest cushions
- Soft cushion for chest comfort (Ultra-Leather upholstery)
- Firm cushion for Thoracic Drop technique, secure magnetic hold
- Two cushions: 9” x 20” (17 x 51 cm) each
- Can be used with Flexion Distraction & Lateral Flexion
- Can be mounted onto Conversion Base, but Swing-Away section cannot be used while on base
Flexion Distraction
Flexion Range / Caudal Drop
- 17″- 18″ Tour height: Flexion Distraction not available
- 19″- 20” Tour height: 0 – 11.5 degrees
- 21″- 24” Tour height: 0 – 13 degrees
- Locks at any angle
- Caudal Drop can be used at any flexed angle
- Available on all Tours with table heights of 19″ or greater
Device Details
- Smooth, gas spring operation
- Star Base: Black (Red Oak or Walnut optional), 21″ diameter base
- Operating Knob: Black, Red Oak or Walnut, ergonomic hand-turned hardwood, 3.25″ diameter
- 5 specialty wheels
- (2) 10 lb leg counterweights provided
- Quickly disassembles for compact transport
- Lateral Flexion can be added at anytime
Conversion Time
- Attaches to or detaches from the Tour in one minute
Upgrade / Retrofit Kit
- Can be added to all Tours after 2001, with table heights of 19″ or greater
- Retrofit Kit necessary for Tours prior to May 2013
Accessories Recommended
- Comfort Pillow for proper patient positioning
- Plastic office mat (on all floor surfaces) for optimal rolling performance and to prevent potential wheel markings (readily available at retail stores)
Travel Case
- Black, durable corrugated plastic construction
- Custom die-cut, low abrasion foam for maximum protection of component parts
- Straps secure case closed (Blue, Red, Yellow or Black)
- 26″ x 25″ x 8″, 6 lbs
Table Specifications
Length | 66″- 77″ (168 – 196 cm) with Ankle Rest extended |
Width | 20” (51 cm) |
Height | Measured from floor to cushion top
Single Height: 17”- 24” (43 – 61 cm): not adjustable Adjustable Height: 18″- 25″ or 21″- 30″ (adjustable in 1″ increments) |
Folded Size | 27” x 10” x 22” (69 x 25 x 56 cm) |
Weight | 60 lbs (27 kgs) |
Table Frame | Red Oak, Interlocking corner joints, durable varnish |
Foam | 1.5” (38 mm) thick, medium firm, high resiliency foam |
Upholstery | Tailored sewn Naugahyde |
Colors
Color Choices: Standard & Custom
NOTE: Your computer settings may affect the accuracy of the colors shown.
Click here to see photos of the Custom Colors on our tables.
Standard Colors
Burgundy
Espresso
Navy Blue
Black
Custom Colors
Adobe White
Sand
Alabaster
Dove
Greystone
Mocha
Gunmetal
Dusty Jade
Grotto
Emerald Green
Sage
Olive Green
Yew Green
Wedgewood
Blue Ridge
Capri Blue
Sky Blue
Royal Blue
Deep Violet
Concord
Rosalee
Dark Cherry
Paprika
Sun Yellow
Mandarin Orange
Golden Corn
Tomato
Table Height
The table height is the distance from the floor to the top of the table’s cushions. To determine the best height for you, we recommend that you measure from the floor to the bottom or middle of your patella with shoes on. Please also take into consideration your body proportions and adjusting style.
Choose a single height or adjustable height!
Lateral Flexion
The Lateral Flexion Base offers 30 degrees right and 30 degrees left flexion. Must be used in conjunction with the Flexion Distraction Device. Compound angles are also possible and can be quickly locked into position any any angle. Retrofits to all Tours after 2001, with a table height of 20″ or greater.
- Red Oak (shroud over Metal Base)
- 5 specialty wheels offer smooth & instantaneous directional change
- Non-skid feet
- 40″ x 20″ x H (4″ less than table height)
Lateral Range
- 30 degrees right and left
- Must be used with Flexion Distraction Device
- Multiple angles possible
- Locks at any angle
- Caudal Drop can be used at any angle
- Available on Tours with table height of 20″ or greater
- Retrofits to Tours after 2001, with table height of 20″ or greater
Elevating Base
Two tables in one – another innovative Thuli Table design! Convert the Tour Portable to an Elevation Table in minutes by mounting it to the Conversion Base. With a 10″ vertical range at the touch of a foot switch, the perfect working height is achieved. Retrofits to most Tours since 1990. Please note that Flexion Distraction and Lateral Flexion can not be used when the Tour is mounted to the Conversion Base (but both can be used while the table is not mounted). Eligible for the IRS Disabled Access Tax Credit.
Length | Base: 53” (135 cm) With Tour attached: 66” – 72″ (168 – 188 cm) with Ankle Rest extended |
Width | Base at widest point: 19” (48 cm) With Tour attached: 20” (51 cm) |
Weight | Metal: 130 lbs (59 kgs) Oak: 144 lbs (65 kgs) With Tour attached: 195 – 210 lbs (88 – 95 kgs) |
Base | Choice of Metal, Oak or Walnut (shroud over Metal) |
Conversion | Less than 5 minutes to attach or detach Tour |
Vertical Travel | 0 -10” (0 – 25 cm), Quiet & smooth |
Vertical Speed | Approx. 1” (2.5 cm) per second |
Weight Capacity | 900 lbs (409 kgs) |
Foot Pedal | Electropneumatic foot pedal, Black |
Construction | Swiss-engineered & manufactured, Telescoping columns, Worm-geared linear drive |
Electrical | 110 or 230 Volts |
Electric Cord | 10 ft (3 m) with ground, Grey |
Cord Cover | 6 ft (2 m), Grey (optional) |
Accessories
Videos
Tour Flexion Distraction Device
Flexion Distraction retrofits to all Tours after 2001, with a table height of 18″ or greater.
Tour Portable: Operation Video
Dr. Thuli demonstrates the operation and features of the Tour.
Dr. Thuli demonstrates how to efficiently set-up the Tour.
Dr. Thuli demonstrates how to most efficiently fold-up the Tour.
Tour Portable: Patient Positioning
Dr. Thuli demonstrates how to properly position your patient to correctly utilize its features.
What’s the Caudal Drop? Watch this video to find out.
Dr. Thuli demonstrates the operation and features of the Abdominal Swing-Away.
Wondering what table height is best for you? This video will help.
Shipping
The shipping cost and transit time varies with location. Please contact us with your full delivery address and we will promptly provide you with a quote.
Prices
Table Features
$ 3200 | Standard Features, Oak Construction |
250 | Walnut Construction |
350 | Adjustable Height Legs (black metal) |
50 | FD Star Base: Optional Oak or Walnut |
525 | Abdominal Swing-Away |
1500 | Lateral Flexion Base, Oak |
1650 | Lateral Flexion Base, Walnut |
2275 | Conversion Base, Metal |
2875 | Conversion Base, Oak |
3075 | Conversion Base, Walnut |
125 | Custom Color |
Accessories
$ 25 | Prone Arm Rest Shields |
175 | Crescent Arm Rest |
150 | Comfort Pillow |
75 | Headpiece Extension Pillow |
50 | 20″ Bolster |
55 | 24″ Bolster |
175 | Height Raising Legs |
175 | Side Arm Rests |
60 | Protective Cover |
50 | Accessory Carrying Bag |
75 | Pull Cart |
225 | Airline Travel Case, Lightweight |
275 | Airline Travel Case, Heavy-Duty |
225 | Travel Case for Flexion Distraction Device |
125 | Logo on Table, Protective Cover or Travel Case |