Historical information

The ambulance officers would use this splint to restrict further movement of a leg. It supports and protects a broken bone or injured tissue and reduces pain and promotes healing by keeping the injured part of the body still.
Splints are now designed for specific parts of the body and leg. New materials are available eg. plastic moulds and velcro to fasten straps.

Significance

Used by ambulance officers in the Kiewa Valley

Physical description

The splint is made with 4 shiny upright rods. At the bottom it has 1 moveable stand at the back and 1 solid steel foot rest at the front. These have hinges to enable up and down movement.there is green vinyl around the curve at the top and as support for the back of the leg. There are 3 green leather straps attached - on the top, middle and the foot.

Inscriptions & markings

"North Eastern Ambulance / Car 20" in white on green vinyl.