An apparatus for stabilization of pelvic fractures comprising a stationary pad member, an adjustable pad member, and two trochanter pads. The stationary pas member comprises a cross-member with a rack gear. The adjustable pad assembly is configured to slide laterally on the cross-member so that the distance between the first and second trochanter pads is adjustable. The invention further comprises a torque release clutch that is configured to cause the retaining pawl gear tooth to disengage from the rack gear teeth when a certain force is applied to the torque release clutch.
