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Author Milne, John Stewart, 1871-1913
Title The apparatus used by the Greeks and Romans in the setting of fractures and the reduction of dislocations
Original Publication United States: Interstate Medical Journal,1909.
Note Reading ease score: 66.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Apparatus Used by the Greeks and Romans in the Setting of Fractures and the Reduction of Dislocations" by John S. Milne is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This book provides an exploration of ancient surgical apparatus and techniques used by the Greeks and Romans for treating fractures and dislocations. It offers insights into the medical practices and advancements of these civilizations, highlighting their understanding of human anatomy and methods of treatment. The book primarily focuses on the tools and methods detailed in historical texts by notable figures such as Hippocrates and Galen. It elaborates on various devices like splints, bandages, and other materials employed to treat injuries, emphasizing techniques for effective application. Milne discusses the practices of ancient practitioners, including the use of roller bandages, waxed compresses, and intricate wooden machines known as the scamnum designed for reducing dislocations. The text serves as a historical account of early surgical practices and provides a glimpse into the medical knowledge of ancient cultures, illustrating the evolution of treatment methods over time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class RD: Medicine: Surgery
Subject Fractures -- Treatment -- History
Subject Dislocations -- Treatment -- History
Subject Surgical instruments and apparatus -- Rome
Subject Surgical instruments and apparatus -- Greece
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EBook-No. 69222
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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