Edgar Cayce Readings, 1491-1

(Physical Suggestion)

TEXT

EC: Yes, we have the body, [1491].
As we find, there are specific conditions that disturb the body, as well as some of a more general nature.
These as we find may in both instances be aided to produce or bring about the more normal reactions.
We find that these have to do, in the general, with disturbing conditions produced by the poor eliminations.
This is a part then of the more specific condition as produced by an injury in such a nature or manner as to cause the seepage, or thinned walls of the circulation, to produce a flooding, or plethora, or hemorrhage IN the body; as effected more specifically from the very nature of the accident or injury to the head and to the neck.
These then may also as we find, from the effects produced, be aided in bringing about a much nearer normal condition, and restoring in a greater part the visibility of the body as related to the condition in the eyes general.
Then, as we find, these would be the considerations or applications:
First we would give that there be made, but not in too severe a manner, the GENTLE adjustments and manipulations Osteopathically administered.
These should be combined, however, with the local application for the eyes themselves; or the manipulations Osteopathically should be about twice a week, for periods of four to five weeks, then they may be left off.
While the administrations of the electrotherapy of the nature as may be applied by the instruments and applications by one such as Erlanger, where there is the stimulation to the circulation by the application of the low electrical forces direct to the optic forces themselves, may disintegrate; and by the stimulations produce absorption of the inflammations as would be reduced, and by the EFFECT of the scar tissue produced by the coagulation upon the retinae and the optic forces themselves.
We do not find that the optic nerve has in any manner made for a hardening or atrophying, or for such as to not be materially aided by the stimulation gently given, Osteopathically, and reinforced or aided by the use of the low electrical vibrations as would be applied directly to the eyeball or retinae itself.
This would dissolve and distribute so the system would eliminate, and thus we may increase the visibility to at least eighty percent, or gain an eighty percent visibility for the optic forces themselves.
Now the administrations of the electrical forces, as well as the manipulations and adjustments of the upper dorsal and through the cervical area, stimulating all through the vagus centers and those to the throat and to the activities of the head, and all portions of same, would - in the GENERAL conditions - make for a much better reaction to the body.
True, owing to the age (or the consciousness), these will be a little bit slow. Hence we would find, at least three times a week the electrical applications would be made, and twice a week the Osteopathic adjustments - gently given; these for five to six weeks, a rest period of some two to three weeks, and then a little less often perhaps of either of these, would bring the better conditions for this body.
Ready for questions.
(Q) Any specific directions as to the osteopathic treatments?
(A) As given, those more particularly in the upper dorsal and through the cervical, following the vagus center's activity throughout to the face and head.
These then would reduce the condition by creating better drainages, or the stimulation of the manipulations should be for drainage or absorption of the excess tissue involved - which is to be dissolved, absorbed and eliminated through the regular channels.
(Q) Any particular diet?
(A) A regular or general diet is very good for this body.
(Q) When there is a rest period from the osteopathic treatments, should there be a rest period from the electrical treatments also?
(A) These would be left off after one more week of these, then may be left off just as would be the osteopathic treatments - for two to three weeks, or according to the response of the body.
(Q) What was the cause of this hemorrhage? I was performing no unusual exertion nor did I have any -
(A) (Interrupting) This has been indicated. It was from a general weakening of the condition of the body, but brought about by the injury to the head and neck.
Do these, as has been indicated for this body; and we will find the better conditions.
We are through for the present.
Two copies to Mr. Harrison (one for Osteopath who is to
Copy to Ass'n file handle cases such as Dr. Frank Dobbins, 551 Fifth Ave., N.Y.C.)
(See note [which was attached] regarding electrical treatments by such an one as: Dr. Gustave Erlanger, 20 West 77th St., N.Y.C.)

BACKGROUND

11/24/37 Letter from [1151] to GD: "...In accordance with the suggested reading for Mr. [1491], from 11:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon, Friday, December 3rd, I am enclosing the questions he asked.
"Will you not send two copies to me and I will send one copy of the reading to him. I want to get him interested in this without his paying for anything but charging it to my subscription, so that he will become a member and secure check readings.
"I think his questions are quite intelligent..."
"As near as I am able to understand from the oculists who have examined my eyes, is that in each eye there has scar tissue formed, the result of a healing of slight hemorrhages of the small blood vessels in the retinas. The first of these hemorrhages occurred in August 1936 at a time when I was feeling especially well in every way and playing my usual game of golf almost every day after the bank closed and the questions that I would like to have answered are:
1. What was the cause of this hemorrhage? I was performing no unusual exertion nor did I have any accident of any kind whatever at that time. The hemorrhage in my right eye came about a week after I had a severe blow on the forehead occasioned by a taxi cab accident in which I was thrown to the floor of the vehicle and I was unconscious for probably a full minute. This accident occurred in March 1937.
2. Is there any likelihood that nature, in the course of time, will absorb these scars, thereby giving my retinas a full reflecting surface?
3. Is there any surgical operation that has a more than 50% chance of being successful in improving my eyesight?
4. Is there any treatment other than a surgical operation which might improve my eyesight? In any ordinary light such as broad daylight or ordinary artificial light I am unable to see to read because these scars are right in the center of the retina of each of my eyes; but with the sun shining directly upon a newspaper or with a very strong artificial light approximately equal to direct sunlight, I can see to read ordinary news print.
5. Does not the fact that I am able to see with this very powerful light seem to be an indication that the center of the retina is not entirely dead and that I see directly through the scar? I was born in 1863 and therefore I am in my 75th year. Does my age, taken in connection with the fact that I am in every other way physically well, militate against my eyesight ever becoming better than it is now? I will be in my office at Savings Bank from 11 o'clock A M to 12 o'clock noon, Friday, December 3rd."
[1491] President

REPORTS

12/03/37 Letter from GD to [1151]: "...The Dr. Erlanger mentioned in Mr. [1491]'s reading is the one who treated little [773]; that is, who gave him the electrical treatments recommended, while Dr. Dobbins gave him the Osteopathic treatments. I'm sure Mrs. [903] would be glad to tell her experience with him.
"I trust Mr. [1491] will be able to follow through the entire treatments as suggested, for I'm sure he will see the results if he does..."
12/08/37 Letter from [1151] to GD: "...The enclosed letter from Mr. [1491] [See 12/07/37 ltr. below], unfortunately, is the reaction I have received to his reading of last week. I guess nothing can be done about it..."
12/07/37 [1491]'s letter to [1151]:
Dear [1151]:
I have listened with great interest to the reading of the suggestions which accompanied your letter of December 4th and please accept my thanks for your interest in the matter.
The facts, however, are as follows:
So far as my personal physical health and fitness are concerned, I am at least better off than 75% of the people who have reached my age and therefore that part of the suggested treatment which relates to the betterment of my physical condition does not particularly interest me.
During the past four months I have had my eyes examined by and have consulted with four of the best oculists in the State of New York, every one of whom agreed with all the others in the diagnosis of my trouble. Each one of them discussed the subject of electrical treatment and each and every one of them agreed that any treatment of this kind which was powerful enough to in any way alter scar tissue (which is concededly the toughest part of any muscle or membrane of which it is a part) would be far more apt to cause additional hemorrhage of the surrounding membrane.
Therefore, while the idea held out that I might regain 80% of the use of my eyes sound almost too good to be true, the possibility of having my sight further impaired than it already is, far overweighs, in my mind, the thought of attempting such treatment.
Please accept my sincere thanks for your interest in the matter.
Cordially yours, [1491]
12/11/37 Letter from EC to [1151]: "...Miss Davis handed me your letter from Mr. [1491]. Am just sorry, I think, for him. Afraid he did not get the import of the whole matter. However, do not blame or censure him in any way, for so long as he puts his trust in worldly wisdom, it is only right that he live that life.
"Thank you for your interest in him and the wish to try and help. Your part is done, and may the Lord bless you and your efforts..."