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. 2025 May 16:17:137673.
doi: 10.52965/001c.137673. eCollection 2025.

The Orthopedic Splint and Its Origins

Rohan Surabhi  1 , Ananya Surabhi  1 , Latha Ganti  2   3
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The Orthopedic Splint and Its Origins

Rohan Surabhi et al. Orthop Rev (Pavia). .

Abstract

Splints have been used since ancient times. With knowledge and technology, they have continually advanced. This manuscript summarizes the history of splints to elucidate how and why they have changed over time. With this knowledge, readers will be able to value the contributions of previous innovators and imagine future possibilities, and the world of orthopedics continues to evolve.

Keywords: history of splints; orthopedic splint.

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