| Reference Number | MIMM/2009-1/95 |
| Title | Finger Splint |
| Date | 1925-1975 |
| Description | This is a finger splint composed of a metal ring and band, installed in a leather bracelet featuring a cotton strap. The strap would have been secured by inserting it into the metal buckle, which features two sharp teeth. The splint was likely used to immobilise and support a finger injury, aiding in the healing process. There is noticeable discolouration on the surface of the leather |
| Extent | 1 item |
| Dimensions | 135mm x 260mm x 35mm |
| 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 | Orthopaedic Fixation Devices |
| Splints |