Peg leg


Title
Peg leg
Description
Many people think of pirates when they see a “peg leg.” This type of artificial limb, however, was often used by soldiers whose lower leg had been amputated during the Civil War. The term “peg leg” is considered an offensive term for an artificial limb. It is specifically used to refer to simple, wooden models such as this one. The limb consists of a simple wooden peg or post attached to another piece of wood that is shaped to support the knee. A wooden piece at the top of the artificial limb extended up next to the thigh, and a strap could be pulled around the thigh for support and to keep the artificial limb in place.
Date
1860-1899
Original Format
equipment
Extent
Local Identifier
Country Doctor Museum
Subject(s)
Location of Original
Country Doctor Museum
Rights
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Comments

Mr.Rabinder Sahni Feb 17 2024

Interested to know (The Difference between PEG LEG & PROSTHETIC LEG ) Thanks RS.

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