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Some of the best work in the country is being done at the Ministry of Pensions hospital
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Some of the best work in the country is being done at the Ministry of Pensions hospital
Some of the best work in the country is being done at the Ministry of Pensions hospital at Stoke Mandeville, Bucks. In cases of paralysed men under Dr Ludwig Guttman, neuro-surgical specialist in charge of the spinal injuries section. Most of the treatment given by him is his own invention, including the wheelchair polo game.
Sergeant W. Stratford of a Highland Division, who was injured in Assam, receives treatment at the hospital in Buckinghamshire.
20th February 1946
T. Lee
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Stoke Mandeville
Buckinghamshire
England
Media ID 21906132
© Mirrorpix
1946 Convalescence Injured Recuperation Rehabilitation Wheelchair Wheelchairs Wounded
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This print captures the incredible work being done at the Ministry of Pensions hospital in Stoke Mandeville, Bucks during the 1940s. Dr Ludwig Guttman, a pioneering neuro-surgical specialist, is seen here leading the spinal injuries section with utmost dedication and innovation. His groundbreaking treatments have revolutionized the care for paralysed men, offering hope where there was once despair. In this poignant moment frozen in time, we witness Sergeant W. Stratford of a Highland Division receiving treatment at this remarkable facility. Having sustained injuries while serving in Assam, he now finds solace and healing within these walls. The image speaks volumes about the resilience and determination of both patients and medical professionals alike. The soldiers depicted here are on their path to recovery from wounds inflicted during World War Two. Wheelchairs become not just tools for mobility but also instruments for camaraderie as Dr Guttman introduces his own invention - wheelchair polo game - fostering a sense of community among those who have sacrificed so much. This print serves as a powerful reminder that even amidst conflict and adversity, humanity's capacity for compassion shines through. It pays tribute to those who fought valiantly on behalf of their countries and honors the unwavering commitment of medical experts like Dr Ludwig Guttman who dedicated themselves to restoring lives shattered by war. T. Lee's photograph encapsulates an important chapter in history when rehabilitation became synonymous with hope; it immortalizes moments that should never be forgotten
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