| Reference Number | MIMM/2009-1/92 |
| Title | Pair of Carr's Radius Splints |
| Date | 1875-1925 |
| Description | This is a pair of Carr’s Radius Splints (right and left), a wooden medical device used to immobilise and support the forearm and wrist, particularly in cases of distal radius fractures. These splints consist of two pieces: a longer piece that follows the internal shape of the forearm, with a cylindrical piece nailed to the wooden body, and a shorter piece that fits on the external part of the forearm, extending from the elbow to the wrist. Signs of wear and tear are present.
Carr’s Radius Splints were particularly useful for treating distal radius fractures, which are common injuries often resulting from a fall on an outstretched hand. The splints would immobilise the forearm and wrist, ensuring proper alignment and stability during the healing process. This immobilisation was crucial in preventing further injury and promoting effective recovery. |
| Extent | 4 items |
| Dimensions | Internal: 215mm x 10mm x 63mm |
| External: 300mm x 20mm x 120mm |
| Digital Collections | View online in our digital collections |
| Copyright | Free to use under the terms of the Creative Commons Licence Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) |
| Credit Line | Royal College of Physicians of Ireland |
| Object Name | Splints |
| Term | External Fixators |
| Orthopaedic Fixation Devices |