Anderson splint

An·der·son splint

(an'dĕr-sŏn), a contained skeletal traction splint with pins inserted into the proximal and distal ends of a fracture; reduction is obtained by an external rod attached to the pins; also referred to as external fixation. Synonym(s): Anderson frame

An·der·son splint

(an'dĕr-sŏn splint) A skeletal traction splint with pins inserted into proximal and distal ends of a fracture; reduction is obtained by an external plate attached to the pins.

Anderson,

Roger, U.S. orthopedic surgeon, 1891-1971. Anderson splint - a skeletal traction splint.Anderson tibial lengtheningAnderson traction bow