The Thomas splint

Author:

Robinson P. M.1,O’Meara M. J.2

Affiliation:

1. Department of Orthopaedics, Trafford General Hospital, Moorside Road, Manchester, M41 5SL, UK.

2. Academic Department of Traumatology, Institute of Research and Developments, Birmingham Research Park, Vincent Drive, Birmingham B15 2SQ, UK.

Abstract

The Thomas splint is a common piece of equipment in emergency departments and orthopaedic units in hospitals worldwide. Its basic design has changed little since its first description by Hugh Owen Thomas was published in 1875. We have reviewed the origins of the Thomas splint as a means of correction of deformities of the lower limb and its evolution through both World Wars into an essential item for the management of trauma of the lower limb.

Publisher

British Editorial Society of Bone & Joint Surgery

Subject

Orthopedics and Sports Medicine,Surgery

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