Directions for using the current apparatus, for the uniform and continuous local application of heat, cold, or equal pressure, in the treatment of various diseases.

  • Arnott, James, 1794-1885.
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[©1848?]
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Credit: Directions for using the current apparatus, for the uniform and continuous local application of heat, cold, or equal pressure, in the treatment of various diseases. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    DIRECTIONS FOR USING THE CUERENT APPARATUS, For the imiform and continuous local application of HEAT, COLD, or EQUAL PRESSURE, In tlie Treatment of various Diseases. I. It is essential for the effectual application either of Heat or Cold in inflammatory or irritative diseases, that a certain appropriate temperature should be uniformly pre- served. This may be accomplished by causing a current of water of the desired temperature to flow from a fountain reservoir, by means of two or more tubes, through a thin water-proof cushion or bladder in contact with the body. The temperature which is most agreeable to the feelings of the patient will generally be that best adapted to his case. II. Where a water cushion of some depth is required, as when it is to surround the chest, it should be partially con- fined 10 the part, or supported, by a piece of covered sheet lead bent into the proper form, or by a trough, or sup- porter of wood, tin, or other resisting material. III. In placing the cushion for the application of cold, that part of it from which the water is to issue, must be the highest part, in order that the whole of the heated water