Iron prosthetic hand discovered: medieval era An iron prosthetic hand of Has been discovered, which was attached to an ancient skeleton, which is said to be from the 15th century. This artificial hand has been found in Freising, Germany, which is a proof of the prosthetic technology and medical innovation of that era. This is being said to be a unique archaeological discovery, which scientists have been surprised to see.
Where was the prosthetic hand found, According to The Sun report, the Bavarian State Office issued a press release on Friday. This discovery was announced. This prosthetic hand was found during excavation near St. George’s Church. Bavarian State Office Dr. Walter Irlinger informed people about the found prosthetic hand.
***WARNING: Images of Human Remains*** Archaeologists in the city of Freising in Bavaria (#Germany), unearthed a Medieval skeleton with a prosthetic metal hand. https://t.co/9oJQMRM1Wl Photos: Bavarian State Office for Monument Preservation (BLfD) pic.twitter.com/Hj4joKdTRk
— European Association of Archaeologists (@archaeologyEAA) October 30, 2023
How does the prosthetic hand look?
Dr. Eringler said that this prosthetic hand is a clever and original example of the inventiveness of medical technology of the medieval period. He said, ‘Four fingers were added to the hollow artificial limb of the left hand, including The index, middle, ring and little fingers were made from metal seat. These artificial fingers were parallel to each other and slightly curved. This prosthetic hand was tied with the help of straps.
Object of intrigue: the prosthetic iron hand of a 16th-century knight https://t.co/RXYyT0u6Ei pic.twitter.com/klHNSuYodZ
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the skeleton in which it prosthetic hand was found, the age of which was determined by carbon dating, which revealed That when the man died, he was between 30 and 50 years old. They also suggested that the man lived and died sometime between 1450 and 1620. in that period Prosthetics There was an increase in the development of military equipment as soldiers became injured and lost body parts.
Artificial organs have been found before too
The area was part of the Thirty Years’ War, which resulted in many injuries and dismemberments. The technology involved in hand manufacturing makes it extraordinary. However, it is not rare to find prosthetic body parts from this time. currently 50 Known prosthetic devices date back to the Middle Ages and early modern period in Central Europe.
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FIRST PUBLISHED: October 31, 2023, 17:11 IST