The spas of Aix-les-Bains and Marlioz, Savoy : their physiological action, modes of application, clinical effects, and analysis, together with practical instructions / by Francis Bertier.

  • Bertier, Francis.
Date:
1877
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    already mentioned—namely, electricity, thermality, and the stimulating mechanical processes employed. Through this stimulation three kinds of effects are obtained—a, Immediate; /3, Consecutive; and •y, Ulterior. a. The Immediate Effects.—There is a peripheral redness of the whole body ; the circulation is accele- rated ; the temperature of the blood rises from about 1° to 2° C. (1° to 4° Fahr.), since any cooling through the lungs, or evaporation by perspiration, is prevented in an atmosphere so thoroughly satu- rated with vapour; the pulse becomes fuller, and the respiration is quickened. There is a sense of uneasiness, and sometimes precordial spasm accom- panied with giddiness. But, happily for the patient, perspiration sets in—it is the safety valve—a pro- fuse perspiration, which increases in proportion to the phenomena we proceed to point out, of which it corrects the inconveniences, and prevents the dangers arising therefrom. /3. The Consecutive Effects are not slow in showing themselves. There ushers in a singular relief, a re- markable suppleness both of muscles and joints, walking is easier; lastly, the bather experiences general comfort. 2