Clover's Clutch

Hi,

has anyone every come across this apparatus- (there is a picture in my photos). its called a 'clover's Clutch'

i am assuming its to keep the patients legs open during surgery in the lithotomy position..

it is still used today? has anyone actually used it - looking at those in the medical field. ie the RN's and Doc.

any further info greatly appreciated .

Maybe you can Post a pic so we can tell you what it is.

https://collection.sciencemuseumgroup.org.uk/objects/co161327/clovers-lithotomy-crutch-london-england-1860-1904-lithotomy-crutch

Lol... i like the original typo version better.

Soooo...a "spreader bar." Looks something like a device I have. They work!

Soooo...a "spreader bar." Looks something like a device I have. They work!

Yes, exactly what I thought when I saw that picture. So no, I've never had that kind of thing used on me in a medical setting. But yes, been in one during a bondage scene... or two... or three.