Light Therapeutics

Light Therapeutics is a comprehensive guide written by John Harvey Kellogg M.D. that explores the therapeutic benefits of light in medical treatment. The book delves into the history of light therapy, its scientific principles, and various methods of application. It discusses the different types of light used in therapy, including sunlight, ultraviolet light, and infrared light, and their effects on the human body. The book also covers the use of light therapy in treating various medical conditions such as tuberculosis, skin diseases, and mental disorders. It provides detailed instructions on how to administer light therapy, including the use of special lamps, exposure times, and dosages. The book also includes case studies and testimonials from patients who have benefited from light therapy. Overall, Light Therapeutics is an informative and practical resource for medical professionals and individuals interested in alternative medical treatments.1910. A practical manual of phototherapy for the student and the practitioner. One of the first extended treatises on the therapeutics of light and possibly the first dealing with the use of the incandescent light bath and the correlation between using the light bath with other forms of physiotherapy. The writer has more than 50 years experience in light therapy. Many pictures and illustrations throughout.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.