This Psychic Reading given by Edgar Cayce at the office of the Association, Arctic Crescent, Virginia Beach, Va., this 3rd day of September, 1942, in accordance with request made by the self - Mr. [2805], new Associate Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc., recommended by Miss [2582].

Present: Edgar Cayce; Hugh Lynn Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mr. [2805].

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1. HLC: You will go over this body carefully, examine it thoroughly, and tell me the conditions you find at the present time; giving the cause of the existing conditions, also suggestions for help and relief of this body; answering the questions, as I ask them:
2. EC: Yes, we have the body here, [2805].
3. Now, as we find, while many conditions through the body are very good, there are tendencies and inclinations existent the eliminating of which would eradicate the disturbances from the system and prevent a great deal of disturbance later on.
4. Then, the suggestions for helpful forces for this body, [2805], would be rather in the nature of preventative measures. And with the application of things to prevent the conditions becoming localized, those distresses that already disturb the body would be eliminated.
5. These, then, are conditions as we find them with this body, [2805] we are speaking of, present in this room:
6. First, - in the blood supply, - we find this is very good in the main. The reactions in most every instance would be found negative. The balance in the hormones and the red and white blood supply changes from time to time, owing to those conditions which we find existent in the nerve supply and in the muscles and tendons in areas along the cerebrospinal system.
7. When there are those distresses by the changes that necessarily come about in the body unfoldment, or growth - as it may be termed, - that is: when there are those periods of the changes wrought in the functioning of the glandular forces as related to the segments especially along the cerebrospinal system, where there have been those conditions brought about that affect the cartilaginous forces and the bursa and nerve supplies that project through portions of same, from the coordinating of the central nervous system or spinal cord with the nerves of the sensory as well as the sympathetic or vegetative nerve system, - then, during those periods, we would find quite a variation in the leucocyte and white blood, as to normalcy, and even at times a variation in numbers of the red blood cells.
8. Then, as may be drawn as an inference from these suggestions, - the nervous system, as related to the impulses carried in the body-forces themselves to the organs, to the structural portions of the body, tends to produce that through such periods as to cause a static condition, through the lack of the proper distribution of this blood plasm - in the rebuilding or the taking from the system of the forces necessary. Hence such tendencies would eventually be termed in the nature of rheumatic or arthritic conditions.
9. We find that these arise, then, from a pressure that is indicated in the cerebrospinal system. The main disturbance, in this particular body, arose from the coccyx end of the spine AND the effect upon the upper portion of the lumbar axis.
10. There will be found to be a circular lesion in the area of the coccyx, also a lateral lesion more in the 3rd and 4th dorsal from which areas the nerves coordinate more with the sympathetic and cerebrospinal impulses - this upon either side of the spine, but more in the right area than in the left.
11. The effects of this upon the body are to bring a tautness through those areas between the lumbar and the cervical areas; at times, as it were, as if a board were strapped on the back, at others as if a cord were tied about the body in the area of the diaphragm - or below.
12. Tiredness in the limbs, especially in the muscular forces just above the knee, under side of limbs, or in the shoulder area, under the bone of the arm, or close along the clavicle and sternum, - these cause uneasiness; not so much pain, but tautness and uneasiness.
13. As to the organs themselves of the body, these we do not find involved save as sympathetically. Naturally, with the pains, or the uneasiness or distresses, there are those periods of not exactly a headache, but a dullness through the head, back of throat and portions of these parts of the body feel tired or full or dry.
14. All of these are the effects that arise. Thus, these applications which we will indicate would be as PREVENTATIVE MEASURES, and in the use of preventatives we would eliminate the causes of these, - a strain in the back, but of such natures that the effect is to the coccyx and the upper portion of the lumbar axis.
15. In making administrations for help for this body, we find that massage as combined with a certain character of hydrotherapy treatments would eliminate these conditions.
16. First we would begin with having about once each week, for at least six to ten weeks, the general hydrotherapy treatment including the following:
17. At the beginning of each treatment there would be first a hot and cold shower, or needle spray. This would be followed by a Fume Bath, with Atomidine in the fume (in the proportion of a teaspoonful of Atomidine to the pint of boiling water that would be in the container inside the cabinet, so that the fumes would settle over the body).
18. Follow this with a general massage, especially along the whole of the cerebrospinal system, but of a gentle nature. DO NOT attempt to make adjustments, or to crack even the cervicals, in giving such a massage; but do massage with an equal combination of Olive Oil and Tincture of Myrrh, heating the oil to add the myrrh. Let the massage be made in a circular motion along either side of the spine, especially across the diaphragm area, extending almost around the body, and the same at the top of the hips. Let the massage extend all the way across these portions of the body, - and in the coccyx end of the spine, this should be very gentle, but at times, especially during the first four periods, let this area of the coccyx be first relaxed with wet heat. That is, take heavy toweling and dip in a saturated solution of Epsom Salts - just as much Epsom Salts as will dissolve in the amount of water necessary to wet the towel, you see, and this heated. Apply this, just over the area from the top of the hip bone to the end of the spine. As it cools, then dip the towel in the hot Salts solution and apply again. Do this twice, at each period of treatment, at least for the first four times. Follow this with the gentle massaging into the body of the Olive Oil and Tincture of Myrrh.
19. In the diet, - keep those foods that produce good eliminations for the body; plenty of fruits and vegetables; including, in the fruits, such as figs, peaches, cooked apples but not raw apples; apricots, grapes - all of these would be well for the body.
20. As to the regular exercise, - this should be rather of the mild but specific nature. Of evenings when ready to retire, take the time to stretch the body, as it lies upon the bed; swinging the lower limbs from one side to the other. Of mornings take a bit of setting-up exercise, but not bending the back as of touching the floor, but rising on the toes extend the hands gently - slowly - above the head, repeating this at least three to four times. Do this daily throughout the whole period that the treatments are being taken.
21. After the six to ten weeks, we would give further instructions. There may be those applications then of corrections, but if the massage is given PROPERLY the disturbance should be corrected.
22. Ready for questions.
23. (Q) Do I have a ruptured or prolapsed intervertebral disk?
    (A) Not in the present; a tendency for a prolapsus, but with the muscular forces and nerves of body corrected, there should be brought about better conditions here.
24. (Q) Does the pain in the upper part of the backbone have any relation to that in the lower part?
    (A) As indicated, the circular lesion is in the lower portion, the lateral lesion is in the upper portion. They have a direct connection one with the other.
25. (Q) Are these things the cause of lack of energy and continual tired feeling?
    (A) As has been indicated, and the body will find this is a very good description of the feelings at times in the body.
    Do these things as outlined, and when six to eight to ten treatments have been given, we would give further instructions.
26. (Q) Would playing golf interfere with the treatment?
    (A) If taken gently; but a good heavy swing might undo the axis that is being corrected in this - especially if you miss the ball!
27. We are through for the present.

    Copy to Self
    Copy to Ass'n file
    (See extra sheet of directions [which was enclosed] for a Physiotherapist or Naturopathist, who would follow directions to the minutest detail. The Atomidine may be ordered from The Atomidine Co., 9 So. 8th Ave., Mt. Vernon, N.Y. It sells for $1 a bottle. The physiotherapist or masseuse to whom you go would no doubt not ordinarily use this, but it is that indicated in your case.
    Perhaps Dr. Lulu Irene Waters, 1707 Columbia Rd., Washington, D.C., an osteopath, could or would refer you to a good health bath place that would cooperate in giving these correctly. When you have had the six to ten such treatments, let us know so we can make an appointment for a Check Physical Reading to give further instructions.
    Meredith Drug Co., 17th St., Va. Beach, has a supply of Atomidine on hand; in case you wish to buy a bottle and take back to Washington with you. This is to be used only in the Fume Bath, NOT to be taken internally - in your case.)

BACKGROUND

1. 9/03/42 Questions preceding the reading (besides those which got asked in the reading):
   "Do I have arthritis? What treatment should I take?"
2. See 2805-1, Par. R1 for background information.

REPORTS

1. Remarks immediately following 2805-1: Felt sure Reading was absolutely correct; described him better than he could have done. He had a fall many years ago, which he feels had something to do with the condition, altho the doctors don't give any credence to that idea - they say there is an arthritic condition, but don't know the cause.
2. Questions for a Life Reading at some later date (never given):
   1. Is the law profession the right kind of work for me? 2. Would I be successful if I started private practise of law, or should I pursue a career as an attorney with the Government? 3. Is the girl I am going around with the girl I should marry?
3. 9/15/42 Miss [2582]'s letter: "[2805] says he is going to contact Dr. Waters."
4. 2/26/43 He referred his brother, Mr. [2925] for a Life Reading.
5. 7/65 See Source File Key #2805 for an article from the Good Housekeeping Magazine titled "What is a Slipped Disc?," re 2805-1.

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