Therapy Collection

Reflexology foot map, artwork. Reflexology is a form of alternative medicine in which disorders in the body are treated by massaging areas of the feet thought to correspond to the affected area

Stone therapy
MODEL RELEASED. Stone therapy. Woman lying on her front with stones placed along her spine. The stones are heated to warm the muscles of the back

Crieff Hydropathic - Crieff, Perthshire, Scotland
Crieff Hydro is a hotel in Crieff, Perthshire, Scotland which opened in 1868 as the Crieff Hydropathic Establishment. Founded in 1868 by Dr Thomas Henry Meikle with an emphasis on exercise

Male dummy showing acupuncture meridians & points
Acupuncture dummy. Front view of a male acupuncture dummy showing meridians and acupuncture points. There are twelve main meridians (coloured lines)

German Massage Parlour
Greetings from the Massage Parlour ! A young lady in spotty swimwear is treated (rather vigourously I would imagine) by a rather solid-looking Masseuse, who is kneading away at knots

Chakra energy points, computer artwork
Chakra points. Computer artwork of a woman showing the location of the seven basic chakras. Chakras are believed by followers of Hinduism to be spiritual energy points along the human body

Embryonic stem cell and needle, SEM
Embryonic stem cell and needle. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an embryonic stem cell (ESC) sitting in the eye of a needle

Acupuncture model. Model of the human body marked with acupuncture points (labelled dots) and meridians (coloured lines). Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese system of medicine

Cupping
MODEL RELEASED. Cupping. Cupping, or fire cupping, is a practice derived from Chinese medicine and is used in the treatment of respiratory conditions and musculoskeletal pains

View of several acupuncture needles
Acupuncture needles. View of several needles used in acupuncture. Acupuncture has been used in Eastern medicine for thousands of years

Radiation Therapy / 1928
A group of young boys, wearing protective goggles are subjected to radiation therapy, using ultra violet light

Dolphin trainer interacting with Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truncatus), Dolphin Reef, Eilat, Israel - Red Sea. Model released

William James
Beth Cai

The benefits of taking the water at Bad Wildungen, Germany
Comic illustration of the wonderful benefits to a ladys urinary tract (!) having taken the water at Bad Wildungen - a German therapeutic spa Town with springs that bring forth water containing iron

Children under a sunlamp, 1960 C016 / 2693
Phototherapy. Children sitting under a sun lamp. Such lamps have a very bright, broad spectrum output. At the longer wavelength end of the spectrum (red and infrared)

Konstantin Buteyko, Soviet doctor
Konstantin Pavlovich Buteyko (1923-2003), Soviet medical doctor and researcher. In the 1950s, Buteyko, a Ukrainian, developed a theory on the effects of deep breathing (hyperventilation)

Cupping
MODEL RELEASED. Cupping. Therapist heating cups on a clients back. Cupping, or fire cupping, is a is a practice derived from Chinese medicine

Hearts ease, Viola tricolor. Close up
2220 Hearts ease, Viola tricolor. Close up

Development of Mesmeric Science, 1883. Artist: George du Maurier
Development of Mesmeric Science, 1883. The fatal Mesmeric Duel in the Bois de Boulogne, between the Chevalier Lenoir, of Paris, and Professor Schwartz, of Berlin

Acupuncture model. Model of the human body marked with acupuncture points (labelled dots) and meridians (coloured lines). Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese system of medicine

Massaging baby toes
MODEL RELEASED. Massaging baby toes. Hands massaging the feet and toes of a baby. Massage is used to promote relaxation, relieve muscle spasms

Praziquantel parasite drug. Computer model of a molecule of the drug praziquantel. Atoms are represented as spheres and are colour-coded; carbon (pink), hydrogen (white)

Mr Sandow Attending To His Days Correspondence, c1898. Eugen Sandow (1867-1925) was a German pioneering bodybuilder known as the father of modern bodybuilding

Mesmers tub at his consulting room in parish which opened soon after his treatise Memoire sur la decouverte de magnetism animal in 1779

Facial acupuncture, artwork
Acupuncture. Computer artwork of acupuncture needles on a womans face. This traditional Chinese practice uses needles to restore an energy flow through specific points on the skin

Evening primrose oil capsules. Oil from the evening primrose (Oenothera biennis) contains the anti-inflammatory fatty acid gamma linolenic acid (GLA)

Acupuncture on womans back, artwork
Acupuncture. Computer artwork of acupuncture needles placed along a womans back. This traditional Chinese practice uses needles to restore an energy flow through specific points on the skin

Acupuncture chart

Isotretinoin anti-acne drug, molecular model. Atoms are represented as tubes and are colour- coded; carbon (yellow), hydrogen (white) and oxygen (red)

Vichy - Source Lucas spring at the spa
Vichy, France - Source Lucas spring water at the spa. Water Temperature recorded at 28 degrees. One of the many different sources in the Grande Palais des Sources at Vichy

Group therapy using hypnosis

Chad - Cupping - Indigenous medicinal practise
Chad, Central Africa - Cupping - Indigenous medicinal practise. Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a local suction is created on the skin; practitioners believe this

The application of an electric shock treatment to the shoulders of a patient
5311891 The application of an electric shock treatment to the shoulders of a patient; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the application of an electric shock treatment to the shoulders of a patient)

Sea bathing at Brighton for one's health - 'victims bathing from machines supervised by the formidable bathing
2603093 Sea bathing at Brighton for one's health - 'victims bathing from machines supervised by the formidable bathing women

Wet Pack: Patient wrapped in cold, wet sheet for up to 60 minutes, patient then took a cold plunge
2603074 Wet Pack: Patient wrapped in cold, wet sheet for up to 60 minutes, patient then took a cold plunge. Used for many conditions from constipation to rheumatism

Gaston Bozerain's pedal-driven douche which stimulated the system simultaneously with cold water and exercise
2603064 Gaston Bozerain's pedal-driven douche which stimulated the system simultaneously with cold water and exercise

Advertisement for a home Turkish Bath. Engraving, London, 1900
2603096 Advertisement for a home Turkish Bath. Engraving, London, 1900.; (add.info.: Advertisement for a home Turkish Bath. Engraving, London, 1900.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Hot and cold sea water baths at Brighton, Sussex, England. Engraving from ''The European Magazine''
2603094 Hot and cold sea water baths at Brighton, Sussex, England. Engraving from ''The European Magazine'', London, 1803.; (add.info.: Hot and cold sea water baths at Brighton)

Head Bath: After 15-30 minutes in warm water, cold water was poured over the head
2603079 Head Bath: After 15-30 minutes in warm water, cold water was poured over the head. For ''high fevers, and in early stges of colig and cholera morbus''

Kneipp's system of applying cold water douches with a jet. Recommended for rheumatoid arthritis
2603063 Kneipp's system of applying cold water douches with a jet. Recommended for rheumatoid arthritis. Hot and cold douches often applied alternately

A hot vapour bath: Recommended for colds, influenza, bronchitiis, rheumatic disorders, sciatica, and obesety
2603090 A hot vapour bath: Recommended for colds, influenza, bronchitiis, rheumatic disorders, sciatica, and obesety. From ''The School of Health'', Watford

Aachen (Aix-la-Chapelle): Baths attendant with patient in bed and covered with a quilt to raise a sweat after a 15
2603083 Aachen (Aix-la-Chapelle): Baths attendant with patient in bed and covered with a quilt to raise a sweat after a 15 minute steam bath

Captain Jekyll's portable vapour bath which he carried with him on his travels. Woodcut, London, 1833
2603081 Captain Jekyll's portable vapour bath which he carried with him on his travels. Woodcut, London, 1833.; (add.info)

Shallow or Half-Bath - water at 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit. Treatment for many conditions from swollen joints
2603077 Shallow or Half-Bath - water at 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit. Treatment for many conditions from swollen joints , epilepsy and delirium tremens

St Winifred's Well, Holywell,Flintshire, North Wales
2603071 St Winifred's Well, Holywell,Flintshire, North Wales; (add.info.: St Winifred's Well, Holywell,Flintshire, North Wales)

Smedley's Hydropathic Establishment, Matlock Bank, Derbyshire. Engraving from ''Practical
2603066 Smedley's Hydropathic Establishment, Matlock Bank, Derbyshire. Engraving from ''Practical Hydropathy'', London, 1870

A battery of twenty cells used to give therapeutic shocks
5311889 A battery of twenty cells used to give therapeutic shocks; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a battery of twenty cells used to give therapeutic shocks)

The use of cupping therapy
5307485 The use of cupping therapy.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the use of cupping therapy. Cupping therapy is a form of alternative medicine)

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"Discover the Healing Power of Therapy: From Reflexology to Acupuncture" Step into a world of relaxation and rejuvenation at Crieff Hydropathic in Perthshire, Scotland. Explore the wonders as you embark on a journey towards holistic wellness. Unwind with a reflexology foot map that guides you through pressure points, stimulating energy flow throughout your body. Immerse yourself in the tranquil ambiance adorned with captivating artwork, creating an atmosphere perfect for healing and self-discovery. Experience the soothing effects of stone therapy as warm stones melt away tension and promote deep relaxation. Marvel at a male dummy showcasing acupuncture meridians and points, offering insight into this ancient practice's incredible benefits. Indulge in the therapeutic wonders of German Massage Parlour techniques that release muscle tension and restore balance within your body. Delve into computer artwork depicting chakra energy points, unlocking their potential for physical and emotional well-being. Witness science merging with therapy as an image reveals embryonic stem cells alongside acupuncture needles under SEM magnification – highlighting cutting-edge advancements in medical treatments. Immerse yourself further by connecting with nature's gentle creatures at Dolphin Reef. Observe a dolphin trainer interacting harmoniously with Bottlenose Dolphins (Tursiops truncatus), showcasing how animal-assisted they are uplift spirits and foster connection. Marvel at several acupuncture needles expertly placed to stimulate specific points along energy pathways – promoting harmony between mind, body, and soul. Engage with an acupuncture model to understand its principles better while exploring alternative healing methods like cupping. Lastly, discover the remarkable benefits of taking water therapies at Bad Wildungen in Germany – where natural springs offer revitalization from within. In this realm of therapy's diverse facets lies endless possibilities for personal growth, restoration, and overall well-being. Embark on this transformative journey today.