Leg prosthesis for a young child, United States, 1950

Platform extension prosthesis for a young child with a short right leg and unstable hip. Blocked leather ischial tuber-bearing corset with adjustable side steels (to allow for lengthening as child grows), connected to wooden shin and shaped platform which supports a lace-up bootee socket. Wooden foot with rigid ankle and felt foot. Made by Hanger in 1950. (Weight: 2 lbs 0.9 kg)

Collection

Science Museum

Inventory Number

3160948

Title

Leg prosthesis for a young child, United States, 1950

Object Type

PhysicalObject

Measurements

- overall: 500 mm x 130 mm x 160 mm, .9kg