The Treatment of Fractures

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Lorenz Bohler

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

History of medicine; Musculoskeletal medicine; Surgery; Orthopaedics & fractures

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""The Treatment of Fractures"" is a foundational medical treatise written by the pioneering surgeon Lorenz Böhler, whose work revolutionized the field of traumatology and orthopedics. This comprehensive guide introduces systematic and scientific methods for the management of bone injuries, establishing protocols that would become the global standard for trauma care. Böhler, often regarded as the father of modern accident surgery, provides meticulous detail on his innovative approaches to fracture reduction, immobilization, and functional after-care.

The text covers a wide array of fracture types, offering guidance on diagnostic techniques, the precise application of plaster casts, and the strategic use of traction. By emphasizing the biological principles of bone healing and the necessity of active movement during recovery, the author challenged the passive treatments common in the early 20th century. This work is a significant historical document that illustrates the evolution of surgical precision and patient-centered rehabilitation. It remains a crucial reference for understanding the development of orthopedic science and the standardized protocols that continue to influence emergency medicine today. The clarity of instruction and the depth of clinical observation make ""The Treatment of Fractures"" an essential study for medical historians and practitioners interested in the roots of modern traumatology.

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By: Lorenz Bohler
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 11mm
Weight: 290g
ISBN: 9781026052433
ISBN 10: 1026052432
Pages: 204
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active