The Surgeon's Practical Guide in Dressing (Classic Reprint)

Thomas Cutler

ISBN 10: 1390979105 / ISBN 13: 9781390979107

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book is a practical guide to dressing and bandaging wounds and injuries. It was written by an experienced surgeon and illustrated by a skilled artist, providing clear and detailed instructions on various bandaging techniques. The book covers a wide range of topics, including dressings, bandages, and splints, as well as specific applications for different parts of the body. It also includes a section on the principles of bandaging, providing the reader with a thorough understanding of the underlying principles and techniques. The author draws from both traditional and contemporary sources, offering a comprehensive overview of the subject. This book is an essential resource for surgeons, physicians, and medical students, providing a valuable guide to the art and science of bandaging. Its insights and techniques continue to be relevant and applicable in modern medical practice, making it a timeless contribution to the field of wound care. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781390979107_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Surgeon's Practical Guide in Dressing (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1390979105
• ISBN 13: 9781390979107
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Surgery

About this title

Synopsis

Master practical bandage techniques for fractures and injuries, with clear, illustrated steps you can follow.

This guide presents hands-on methods for applying upper-extremity dressings and supports, helping you immobilize and align wounded limbs with confidence.

The book compiles classic bandage techniques for the shoulder girdle and arm, including how to manage fractures of the clavicle, scapula, and the neck of the humerus. It offers detailed descriptions of devices, cushions, belts, and directing bands, all shown in line with their effects on leverage and stability. Practical notes accompany each method to help practitioners choose and adapt the right approach for different patients and sites.
What you’ll experience

• Step-by-step applications for clavicle fractures, using Dessault and Boyer bandages, plus modification options.
• Clear guidance on using directing bands, belts, and cushions to maintain reduction and support the limb.
• Variations for fractures of the body of the scapula, lower angle, coracoid process, and neck of the humerus.
• Observations on advantages, limitations, and patient considerations to inform safe, effective care.

Ideal for readers of surgical reference material and students learning hands-on fracture management, this edition serves as a practical companion in clinical settings or training.