On Fractures

''On Fractures'' is a medical treatise written by the ancient Greek physician Hippocrates, widely regarded as the father of Western medicine. The book focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of bone fractures, which were common injuries in ancient times due to the lack of modern safety measures. The text is divided into three parts, with the first part covering general principles of fracture management, such as the importance of immobilization and the role of surgery. The second part provides detailed descriptions of specific fractures, including their causes, symptoms, and treatment options. The third part deals with complications that can arise from fractures, such as infections and deformities. Throughout the book, Hippocrates emphasizes the importance of careful observation and individualized treatment for each patient, rather than relying on standardized approaches. He also stresses the need for gentle handling of fractures to avoid further damage, and the importance of proper nutrition and hygiene in promoting healing. ''On Fractures'' is an important historical document that offers insights into the medical practices of ancient Greece, as well as a valuable resource for modern orthopedic surgeons and other medical professionals.When the third day arrives, that is to say, the seventh from the first dressing, if properly done, the swelling in the hand should be not very great; and the part which has been bandaged should be found more slender and less swelled at each time, and on the seventh day the swelling should be quite gone, and the broken bones should be more readily moved, and admit of being easily adjusted. And if these things be so, you should, after setting the fracture, apply the bandages so as to suit the splints, and a little more tight than formerly, unless there be more pain from the swelling in the hand. When you have applied the bandages, you must adjust the splints all around the limb, and secure them secure them with strings so loose as just to keep them in their place, without the application of the splints contributing at all to the compression of the arm.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.