Essentials of Modern Electro-Therapeutics is an elementary textbook that was first published in 1918. Written by Frederick Finch Strong, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the scientific therapeutic use of electricity and radiant energy. The author covers a wide range of topics related to electro-therapeutics, including the history of electricity, the principles of electro-therapeutics, electrical measurements, and the application of electricity in the treatment of various medical conditions.The book is divided into several sections, with each section focusing on a specific aspect of electro-therapeutics. The first section provides an introduction to the subject, including a brief history of electricity and its application in medicine. The second section covers the principles of electro-therapeutics, including the different types of electrical currents and their effects on the human body.The third section of the book focuses on electrical measurements, including the different types of electrical instruments used in electro-therapeutics. The fourth section covers the application of electricity in the treatment of various medical conditions, including nervous disorders, skin diseases, and respiratory disorders.The final section of the book discusses the use of radiant energy in electro-therapeutics, including the use of X-rays and radium in the treatment of cancer and other medical conditions.Overall, Essentials of Modern Electro-Therapeutics is a comprehensive and informative textbook that provides a detailed overview of the scientific therapeutic use of electricity and radiant energy. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and application of electro-therapeutics in medicine.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.
