On the application of localized galvanism in the treatment of nervous rheumatic and other affections / by Henry Palmer.

  • Palmer, Henry, 1827-1895.
Date:
1866
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Credit: On the application of localized galvanism in the treatment of nervous rheumatic and other affections / by Henry Palmer. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    microscope is already unfolding to the astonished gaze a new anatomy of parts that have hitherto been hidden from view. Chemistry is lending its mighty aid, and electricity steps in the last, because the finest substance we have to deal with, and acquaints us with those principles or governing laws upon which is based the true theory of disease and its method of cure. Those principles or governing laws are briefly sketched here, (with the view at some future period of further elaboration,) in order that the greatest space of these few pages may be devoted to the method of applying the galvanic current in a few of the most prominent forms of disease. I will merely add, that this little treatise is more especially designed for the comprehension of the unprofessional. I have therefore endeavored to avoid technicalities, humbly presenting it to the inquiring and candid reader with the request that he will overlook its defects in style and expression, not only for the sake of the truths that may be gleaned from it, but from an earnest desire to assist in placing the treatment of disease on a more simple and rational footing than it at present occupies. Chicago, III., 1st December, 1866.