Adjustable abduction arm splint made in ARC splint shops at Villa St Michel. This splint is articulated at the joints in order to bring arm to right angle with body or can be used at any height according to the treatment required for the fracture. Can also be used as Thomas arm splint. Adopted by army medical corps

Title, date and notes from Red Cross caption card.
Photographer name or source of original from caption card or negative sleeve: ARC Commission to France.
Group title: Surgical appliances.
On caption card: 1863.
Date (year) based on date of negatives in same range.
Gift; American National Red Cross 1944 and 1952.
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Temp note: Batch 18