The original caption may contain language which is historic and which may no longer be considered appropriate. It has been retained in the record in the interest of historical accuracy.
The caption on the reverse of the photograph reads: “Amputation nursing care. Picture shows nurses massaging the back of a patient whose right leg has been amputated. He is not rolled on his side, but his back is massaged and sheets changed while two nurses lift him, and the third nurse assists. (Picture taken at St. Nicholas Orthopaedic Hospital, Bylfeet, Surrey)”
See also MED01/01/1264. High-resolution copies of this image are available for free for non-commercial use. Please Enquire to place an order.
This is part of the Series: MED01/01 Series of prints; within the Collection: MED01 Topical Press Agency Medical Collection
Source: Historic England Archive
Photographer: Topical Press Agency Limited
Photographer: Harrison, Norman Kingsley
Orthopaedic Hospital, People At Work, Women's History, Health And Welfare
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