Broken Leg Collection

X-ray of the broken head of the femur
False-colour x-ray of the broken head of the femur where it fits into the acetabulum, forming the ball-and- socket joint of the hip. The break has been pinned (red) and secured to the long bone

A German Present or the Lovers Token, 1816 (coloured engraving)
XCF22519 A German Present or the Lovers Token, 1816 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince Regent)

Roy McFarland, Derby County and England centre-half, relaxes at home in Quarndon, Derby, with his leg in plaster. And has had to miss the England summer tour

Motorist drive past an emaciated horse with a broken leg in Hawassa, Ethiopia, November 22, 2019. REUTERS/Tiksa Negeri

Red Walker and a companion fleeing from pursuing Crow Indians (pigment on canvas)
STC168278 Red Walker and a companion fleeing from pursuing Crow Indians (pigment on canvas) by Kills Two (Nupa Kte) (1969-1927); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American

Bottle with ring base depicting Scythians engaged in various activities (gold)
XBP389333 Bottle with ring base depicting Scythians engaged in various activities (gold) by Greek School, (4th century BC); height: 13 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St

Bottle with ring base depicting Scythians engaged in various activities (gold)
XBP389332 Bottle with ring base depicting Scythians engaged in various activities (gold) by Greek School, (4th century BC); height: 13 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St

Glasgow Rangers 0 v Celtic 1. Scottish Premier Division match at Ibrox. (Picture) This Old Firm Derby was marred by Bobby Lennox braking his leg seen here being comforted by team-mate Ronnie Glavin

Two pals in the same fix - Barry Blackwood, aged 5, of Woolston, Southampton and his six-month-old Labrador pet Rocky. Rocky broke his leg on his way to meet Barry from school when a car hit him

Queens Park Ranger captain Gerry Francis at home working on his thriller. February 1975 75-00784

Antique injury cure
From " Trattato di patologia esterna" (1864): Broken bone

Ladies Visit to an Ironclad, 1889: their Arrival, the Gunnery Lieutenant Shows that the Mechanism of a Breech-Loading Gun is so Perfect that a Child could Open the Breech

Needs Must when Wellington Drives or Louis Return, caricature
XIR162966 Needs Must when Wellington Drives or Louis Return, caricature depicting Louis XVIII (1755-1824) in a carriage driven by the Duke of Wellington (1769-1852)

Boxer dog (Canis familiaris) with its leg in plaster

Coloured X-ray of fractured shin bone (tibia)
Broken leg. Coloured X-ray showing a fracture of the shin bone (tibia) of the leg. The tibia is the larger of the two bones of the lower leg, with the injury seen at centre right

Coloured X-ray of a fractured tibia & fibula
Pinned broken leg. Coloured X-ray of a pinned fracture of both the tibia and fibula (lower leg bones). The tibia (larger bone, centre) has been immobilised by metal pins (lower & upper centre)

Pinned broken leg. X-ray of a pinned fracture of both the tibia and fibula (lower leg bones). The tibia (larger bone, at centre) has been immobilised by metal pins (lower & upper centre)

Broken leg. Coloured X-ray showing multiple fractures (centre) to the lower leg. Both the tibia (the thicker bone, foreground) and the fibula have been broken

Complete thigh-bone fracture, X-ray
X-ray (back view) of the leg of an adult patient, showing a complete fracture of the thigh bone (femur, running top centre to bottom)

Anti bacterial hand wash at the entrance to Carlisle hospital to help combat MRSA and other deseases
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"From X-rays to ancient artifacts: Exploring the world of a broken leg" A glimpse into the intricate anatomy - an X-ray reveals the shattered head of a femur, reminding us of the fragility within our bodies. Unveiling history's token of love and resilience - "A German Present or the Lovers Token, 1816" showcases how even in times past, broken legs were seen as symbols to be cherished and overcome. Pinned for healing - Witnessing a pinned broken leg reminds us of medical advancements that have allowed us to mend fractures with precision and care. Compassion on wheels - As motorists drive past an emaciated horse with a broken leg in Hawassa, we are reminded of both human indifference and the need for empathy towards all living beings. Escaping danger on canvas - "Red Walker and a companion fleeing from pursuing Crow Indians" depicts bravery amidst adversity, where even with a broken leg, one can find strength to outrun their pursuers. Golden tales etched on glass - The bottle with Scythians engaged in various activities serves as a reminder that life goes on despite setbacks like broken legs; it captures moments frozen in time. Ancient remedies revisited - Delving into antique injury cures unveils intriguing methods employed by our ancestors to heal fractured limbs, shedding light on their resourcefulness and ingenuity. Football rivalry marred by injury – In Glasgow Rangers' clash against Celtic (Scottish Premier Division match at Ibrox), one player's unfortunate fate unfolds as he suffers from a debilitating broken leg during gameplay. Bonds forged through shared struggles – Two pals facing identical challenges; Barry Blackwood aged 5 from Woolston demonstrates how friendship can provide solace when coping with life-altering injuries like a broken leg.