A coil being used to give therapeutic shocks to a patient

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A coil being used to give therapeutic shocks to a patient

5311890 A coil being used to give therapeutic shocks to a patient; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a coil being used to give therapeutic shocks to a patient in a saline bath. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38171500

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

Coil Electric Electric Shock Electricity Medicinal Saline Shock Therapy

EDITORS COMMENTS
This 19th-century engraving depicts a coil being used to administer therapeutic shocks to a patient submerged in a saline bath. The image captures the intersection of medicine, science, and electricity in an era when innovative treatments were constantly being explored. The use of electric shock therapy was considered groundbreaking at the time, with practitioners believing that it could provide relief for various medical conditions. In this particular scene, we see the coil emitting controlled electrical currents into the patient's body as they lay immersed in the saline solution. The intricate details of the illustration showcase both the technical aspects of the equipment being utilized and the intense focus on the part of those administering treatment. It is a reminder of how far medical practices have come since then, yet also serves as a testament to our ongoing quest for new ways to heal and alleviate suffering. As we gaze upon this historical print, we are reminded of the constant evolution within the field of medicine and how each discovery builds upon those that came before it. The blend of artistry and scientific innovation captured in this engraving truly makes it a fascinating piece worth exploring further.

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