Rational Hydrotherapy V2 - Paperback

by John Harvey Kellogg (Author)

Rational Hydrotherapy V2 is a book written by John Harvey Kellogg, M.D. that provides a comprehensive guide to the practice of hydrotherapy. Hydrotherapy is the use of water in various forms and temperatures to promote healing and wellness. This book is the second volume in a series that explores the principles and techniques of hydrotherapy in detail.The book begins with an introduction to the history of hydrotherapy and its various applications. It then delves into the principles of hydrotherapy, including the effects of water on the body, the different types of hydrotherapeutic treatments, and the physiological responses that occur during hydrotherapy.The bulk of the book is devoted to a detailed description of the different types of hydrotherapy treatments, including hot and cold water treatments, steam baths, sitz baths, and wet sheet packs. Each treatment is described in detail, including the recommended duration, temperature, and other important factors.The book also includes a chapter on the use of hydrotherapy in the treatment of specific conditions, such as arthritis, asthma, and digestive disorders. In addition, there are chapters on the use of hydrotherapy in sports medicine and in the treatment of mental and emotional disorders.Overall, Rational Hydrotherapy V2 is a comprehensive guide to the practice of hydrotherapy. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the use of water as a healing modality, from healthcare professionals to individuals seeking to improve their own health and wellness.1903. Other volumes in this set include ISBN number(s): 0766143996. Volume 2 of 2. A manual of the physiological and therapeutic effects of hydriatic procedures and the technique of their application in the treatment of disease, with 293 illustrations. The author describes about two hundred procedures with historical sketches on the physical, anatomical and physiological facts which are related to the subject. The foundation for this work was a series of lectures the author delivered before a class of medical students in the summer of 1890.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.