This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 14th day of June, 1935, in accordance with request made by the self - Mrs. [935], new Associate Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc., recommended by Mr. [257].

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. L. B. Cayce.

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1. EC: Yes, we have the body, [935].
2. Now, we find there are conditions that disturb the better physical forces of this body. These have been and are rather hidden, and are yet salient in the activity of the physical body. These are affectations that arise from poor coordinations in the functioning of glands, as produced by an unbalanced haemin [hormone] in the blood stream; producing elements and lacking in production of elements that make for deficiencies in some directions, extravagant reactions in the physical functioning in others.
3. These, then, are the conditions as we find them with this body, [935] we are speaking of, [935].
4. First, in the BLOOD SUPPLY, while the metabolism (or the circulation as to its courses through the body) shows little disturbance, there is quite a variation in the manner in which it flows in different portions of the body itself. This is indicated in a variation that may be seen in the pulsation in either arm that varies from that in the lower extremities, or even to the head and to the wrist. Not a great deal, but the force sufficient to indicate that there are disturbances in this direction. Also the deficiency in the quantity or quality of factors carried in same is indicated by not only the effects created in the activity of the superficial or capillary circulation but in various portions of the body itself. This may be seen in the blood stream from the activity of the thyroids and the Tyson [thymus?] glands; in the one portion making for a condition in the scalp that, while not an extraordinary condition, is DISTURBING as a factor to the body in the loss of hair. Then in the lower extremities, as in the toes, there is a deficiency; and a condition that causes disturbance with the toenails, as well as a soreness in the bursae in the feet themselves. And from the same causes, where poisons are indicated, we have in the arms and shoulders a dull aching at times, with the inability to make for as full movement of the arms as desired from the brachial center - or from the pressure laden centers in the 3rd, 4th and 2nd dorsals.
5. These indications are apparent from a lacking of elements in the storehouse of elements in the "medicine chest" of the system, as it were. Or the secretions from the thyroid, the Tyson [thymus], the adrenal glands are hindered by this OVERFLOW of elements from a torpidity in the lacteal ducts. So, a heaviness occurs at times in the right side, and a feeling as of a tiny movement just beyond and below the gall duct center.
6. In the NERVOUS FORCES these reactions are rather more sympathetic, for the body has in most periods been under rather strain or stress - able to keep full control. But at times these produce to the sympathetic system an inability to think in as concerted a way and manner as is desired. At others there in caused, as it were, a lapse to that the body desires to think, making it hard to recall incidents or names at times. These are merely indications, you see.
7. As to the functioning of the ORGANS themselves, we find:
8. These show strain, as indicated, and are not organically disturbed but functionally - from the lack, or oversupply at other times, of a blood flow through the organs themselves or their portions.
9. Then, in meeting the needs of these conditions, as we find, it will require patience, persistence, and - most of all - CONSISTENCY! However, worrying or overanxiousness ABOUT such will bring ON and MAKE for a disturbance of its OWN nature in the applications for aid.
10. The greater portion of the treatment, then, must be periods of correct coordination of centers and ganglia that will aid specific portions of the system to function in COORDINATION with the rest; and a diet that will make for the body-changes; with local application only occasionally (but occasionally means consistently, - say once a week, a massage over the whole body including a massage for the scalp and head).
11. These, then, would be the outlines that we find would be the better for this body, [935].
12. First, we would begin with a SERIES of treatments to correct the segments along the cerebrospinal system, making specific adjustments (or relieving of tension and pressure) in the 2nd, 3rd and 4th dorsal; coordinating these with the 3rd and 4th and 1st and 2nd cervical, with occasionally the lumbar axis. And once a week in the treatments coordinate the axis and the atlas of the body in the treatments. Take such manipulations and adjustments (as we find, under Dobbins' system) twice a week for the FIRST period of FOUR weeks. Then rest by leaving off the treatments for a period of two weeks. Then take them again for three weeks. Then rest from them four weeks. Then take them again for four weeks. Then, after that period, we would give other instructions in these directions. (For, later, we must have some diathermy in the treatments.)
13. As to the DIET: We would have quantities each day of ORANGE juice. There should be at least two full glasses of same taken each day; mornings the first thing, and in the evenings just before retiring. Do not GULP same but drink very slowly, so that this may be assimilated by the system without upsetting the body too much. Take five to ten minutes or more to drink same.
14. Then, the meals would be according to this outline:
15. Mornings - whole wheat toast, browned. Cereals with fresh fruits. The citrus fruit juices occasionally. But do not mix the citrus fruit juices AND cereals at the same meal.
16. Noons - principally (very seldom altering from these) raw vegetables or raw fruits made into a salad; not the fruits and vegetables combined, but these may be altered. Use such vegetables as cabbage (the white, of course, cut very fine), carrots, lettuce, spinach, celery, onions, tomatoes, radish; any or all of these. It is more preferable that they ALL be grated, but when grated do not allow the juices in the grating to be discarded; these should be used upon the salad itself, either from the fruits or the vegetables. Preferably use the OIL dressings; as olive oil with paprika, or such combinations. Even egg may be included in same, preferably the hard egg (that is the yolk) and it worked into the oil as a portion of the dressing. Use in the fruit salad such as bananas, papaya, guava, grapes; ALL characters of fruits EXCEPT apples. Apples should only be eaten when cooked; preferably roasted and with butter or hard sauce on same, with cinnamon and spice.
17. Evenings - a well-balanced cooked vegetable diet, including principally those things that will make for iron assimilated in the system.
18. And we would take internally twice a week the Ventriculin WITH iron; take it before the evening meal twice a week - Tuesday, Friday.
19. In following these diets, it is well that no FERMENTED drink be taken; nor ginger ale, Coca Cola, or any of the ferments. However, red WINE may be taken; NOT white wines nor rye, corn or cereal drinks of such natures for the body.
20. Keep these in the manner indicated.
21. Once a week the massage should be given, by the masseuse; which should be a general working all OVER the body, you see. Then we would massage into the scalp, preferably only, the White Vaseline or Petroleum Jelly - massaged gently; cleansing with GRAIN alcohol, one to twenty (that is, one part GRAIN alcohol to twenty parts water). THEN, after the scalp cleansing, we would use hot and cold packs - very hot, then very cold - upon the scalp and especially the face muscles, about the throat, neck and head. Also while such packs are being given, it is well that the feet be kept VERY warm.
22. Ready for questions.
23. (Q) Will this treatment stop the condition in scalp?
    (A) Stop it!
24. (Q) Will the condition spread further?
    (A) Unless something is done about it!
25. (Q) Will it be possible to restore the hair on this spot?
    (A) Gradually and eventually.
    Do these as we have given, in a CONSISTENT manner, and we will find those other disturbances - as in the arm, the shoulder - will disappear.
26. (Q) What exercises should I take?
    (A) As much in the open as possible, but keep the body not too much exposed; rather have the AIR than too much sunshine.
27. (Q) Is our summer place at ..., Conn., conducive to my full physical recover?
    (A) Very good.
28. (Q) How long will it take to see effects of the treatment?
    (A) By the time there is the second round of the manipulations and adjustments osteopathically, we would see DEFINITE, decisive changes.
29. (Q) Any other advice for my welfare?
    (A) Be constructive; sympathetic, but not OVERANXIOUS, if the body would improve.
    When all the treatments have been followed AS GIVEN, through the third round of the manipulations and adjustments osteopathically, we would then give through these sources the necessary changes. For, as indicated, there must be - for complete reactions - some electrical forces. But PREPARE the body first so that these will work coordinatingly and not short circuit.
30. We are through for the present.

    Two copies to Self (one for Mr. [257], should you wish him to have it)
    Copy to Ass'n file
    (See letter [which was enclosed] with directions to Osteopath. The Ventriculin is manufactured or prepared by Parke, Davis & Co., and may be obtained from most any druggist. Be sure to specify WITH IRON.
    Notice Health Hints [which were enclosed] marked. Vary according to suggestions in reading.
    See copy [which was enclosed] of directions for to masseuse.
    Mrs. [903] can recommend a good masseuse to follow these, if you do not already have one.
    If everything is not clear, let us know. GD.)

BACKGROUND

1. 6/08/35 Mr. [257] wrote for Mrs. [935]'s husband, saying they were mainly concerned about a bald spot on her head larger than a dollar, doctors unable to diagnose the cause or remedy.
2. 6/11/35 Mrs. [935] submitted her own questions. "What causes swelling of ankles at times - pain and stiffening in right shoulder and right thumb..."

REPORTS

1. 6/18/35 Mr. [257]'s letter: "Mr. [...] was tickled with the way you hit his wife. They forgot about an operation she had six years ago and little thought that that had anything to do with the condition. He is writing you for a reading on their two boys, I believe."
2. 8/22/35 Dr. Frank P. Dobbins' letter:
   The only patient that I have treated lately is a Mrs. [935]. When I first saw her she had a bald spot on her head larger than a silver dollar. At the present time the spot is filling in around the edge and is smaller than a quarter.
   Sincerely yours, [signed] Frank P. Dobbins, D.O. [FPD/EF]
3. 12/14/35 Mrs. [935] obtained Physical Reading for her son, [1078].
4. 7/24/36 Mr. [257]'s letter: "...Said his wife [935] was cured of the 'bald spot' and is now fine."
5. 11/36 Mrs. [935] visited EC while he was in NY and said both she and son, [1078], were doing just fine.
6. 7/08/39 See 935-2 in re a rectal condition.

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