A surgical appliance for straightening deformed joints

Abstract

Abstract 212,179. Merrick, S. June 27, 1923. Splints.-An appliance for straightening knee and elbow joints consists of a metal splint a covered with leather &c. and shaped to fit the limb to which it is attached by leather bands b provided with straps and buckles d. A stiff leather cap e for covering the joint, such as the knee, is fastened to the splint a by straps h provided with buckles g; it is also fastened to the bands b by loops i which are adjustable by buckles j. A suspender k may be provided to enable the appliance to be supported from the waist. The splint a may be placed at the side of the limb. or side splints may be used in addition to the back splint.

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