Rational hydrotherapy : a manual of the physiological and therapeutic effects of hydriatic procedures, and the technique of their application in the treatment of disease . Fig. Q-i. SPONGE BATH (p. 634). THE TECHNIQUE OF HYDROTHERAPY. 629 neck. The upper part of the back, the shoulders, and theouter portion of the upper arm should next receive attention,then the middle and lower parts, and the sides of the , apply to the whole length of the spine a few vigorousstrokes. As fast as any part is dried, it should be covered. The treatment concludes with an application to the feet ofwate
Rational hydrotherapy : a manual of the physiological and therapeutic effects of hydriatic procedures, and the technique of their application in the treatment of disease . Fig. Q-i. SPONGE BATH (p. 634). THE TECHNIQUE OF HYDROTHERAPY. 629 neck. The upper part of the back, the shoulders, and theouter portion of the upper arm should next receive attention,then the middle and lower parts, and the sides of the , apply to the whole length of the spine a few vigorousstrokes. As fast as any part is dried, it should be covered. The treatment concludes with an application to the feet ofwater at the same temperature as that applied to the ankles and dorsum of the feet should be vigorouslyrubbed, and the sole percussed with energy, but not rubbed,on account of the unpleasant tickling sensation induced. Not more than 5 to 15 seconds should be occupied in rub-bing any part with the wet hand before the application of thetowel. If the rubbing is insufficient to produce reddeningof the surface, light spatting or percussion should be appliedafter drying. Good reaction should be secured in each areatreated before proceeding to another portion of the
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