Mr. Smith a Patient in Traction at the National Surgical Institute

Description: Mr. Smith, a patient at the institute is seen here lying in traction. He is strapped to the machine and tension has been applied in an attempt to straighten his spine. The room behind him is filled with exercise equipment.
Origin: 1897-1913
Created By: Herman List
Source: http://images.indianahistory.org/cdm/ref/collection/herman/id/158
Collection: Herman List Collection
Copyright: Use must be accompanied with the attribution: Indiana Historical Society.
Geography: Indiana--Marion County--Indianapolis
Subjects: National Surgical Institute
Men
Exercise equipment & supplies
Physical therapy
People with disabilities

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