Denis Browne "Hobble" Splint
Manufacturer
Robert Whitelaw
(Est. 1894)
Date1956
Object NameSplint
Mediummetal
ClassificationsMedicine and Healthcare
DimensionsOverall: Height: 19.685 cm, Width: 4.445 cm, Depth: 6.985 cm
AcquisitionKenneth A Webster Nursing Collection.
LocationView by Appointment
Object numberABDMS033559
About MeDenis Browne "hobble" splint, for the treatment of clubfoot. The splint was used on children over 3 months old when she or he was able to kick. Foot pieces are removed from cross bar, outer sole piece is padded with orthopaedic felt in such a way as to elevate the outer side of the sole of the foot and produce eversion (turning outward). The child is encouraged to kick and stand and manipulation is generally given weekly.
1950s-1970s
1930s - 1950s
Allen and Hanbury Limited
February 1951
