IN THE NERVOUS SYSTEM, that the body from the mental portion
has been under strain is evidenced by the characterization in
many of the centers along the cerebro-spinal nervous system,
especially in those ganglia along the 3rd, 4th and 5th dorsal
centers. WITH the unbalanced condition in the elements of
the system, the organs that function under the impulse of
those ganglia or centers show that there is a congestion at
times in the FUNCTIONING of digestive and assimilation. This
within itself shows, or indicates, how that the disorders
in this physical body become, then, as complications that
COULD arise, were there not the equal balance brought in the
mental, the physical, the imaginative body. The sympathetic
system has been under such strains that all along those
centers where there are particular centralization between
the cerebro-spinal and sympathetic system, makes for those of
heaviness to the body, depressions in the feelings, as of far
away feelings, as separations at times between the outer self
and the inner self, as if the skin would dry, again as if the
heart and lungs were too full for the body, heaviness in the
lower portion of the torso, the feet feel as if they would
drag, stretchy feelings through the lower portion of the
limbs themselves. These are rather indications than causes.
These are reflexes from an overtaxed mental and physical
being, with improper nourishment or sustenance coming from
the blood supply to bring buoyancy to the whole physical
being; the brain feeling at times dull, as if unable to
think farther on, as if it would stop. This all from
the SYMPATHETIC system, and needs rather that of the
resuscitation of elements in the physical being as would
bring to the body those of renewed energies that would supply
the whole system. At times the throat dry, and at others
phlegm and congestion through the soft tissue of face
and head. These are reflexes again, and in the effect of
impairment to the circulation by those pressures in the upper
dorsal and sympathetically from the upper cervical area.
In meeting, then, the needs - for, as is indicated, the
organs show the STRAIN under which they have existed - while
the FUNCTIONING is disturbed, that, will there be brought
revitalization in the system through the creating of an even
balance in the elements of the body, these - the organs -
will respond to the reviving, as will the nervous system
and the organs that are affected at times under same.
Then, we would take internally as this, first: We would
prepare in this manner: To 4 ounces of simple syrup, we
would add:
Elixir of Quinine.....................1/4 ounce,
Tincture of Valerian..................1/4 ounce,
Iodide of Potassium 10% solution........1 dram,
Tincture of Capsici.....................3 minims.
Shake the solution together before the dose is taken. We
would take half a teaspoonful 4 times each day. When this
has been taken for 5 to 10 days, rest from same for 3 days,
then take Atomidine - as is prepared, but take only 3 minims
in water twice each day for a week, or 8 consecutive days.
During the period we would have, at least twice each week, a
full manipulation throughout, with especial attention being
given in correcting those subluxations in the upper dorsal
area, as will relieve the pressure in the lung, the heart
area, and which will also aid in EMPTYING the drosses from
the system both through the respiratory system and through
the alimentary canal. In the same period we would have,
ONCE each week, those of the electrical vibrations from the
plain VIOLET ray. This along the cerebro-spinal system,
particularly in the brachial and lumbar plexus. Do this,
and we will find in a few weeks a near normal balance in
this body. Ready for questions.
(Q) What causes asthma and hay fever?
(A) Those pressures in the upper dorsal area, and the
condition in the blood stream - as for elements that make
for proper coagulation and elimination in the respiratory
system. With the correction of INTERNAL conditions, and the
correction of those subligations in the dorsal AND cervical,
this should be ridded from the body, and all ASSOCIATE
conditions where irritation to muco-membranes are affected
by any outside influence; for unless a body is able to build
resistances within the system (which is lacking in this one,
particularly, as has been outlined), it BECOMES susceptible
to cold, congestion, or those effects of an overflow in some
portion of the body.
(Q) Is my heart affected?
(A) Not organically. Sympathetically, yes, but not
organically.
(Q) Any other vital organs affected?
(A) FUNCTIONALLY, the respiratory system, as given, and
the organs of the hepatic circulation are affected, but NOT
ORGANICALLY. With the correction of those centers in the
cerebro-spinal system, and a building up of the elements as
we have outlined for the properties to be taken, these will
be removed. As there are lacking of elements in the system,
these are to be supplied, as we find, with these. We have
first, as given, the cinchona or Quinine, with those in
solution that will act directly with the blood supply through
the liver and spleen. Then with he Bromide of Potassium,
this as a sedative, yet creating an irritation in the first
days this is to be taken, see, for the system, so that when
those of the iodine - that will act with the functioning of
the glands, especially the thyroid, the endrenal [adrenal] -
these, with the changed condition in the stimuli as goes to
the lacteals, will create an equal balance, relieving the
pressure in the sympathetic nerve system, will bring normal
conditions for this body. Do that.
(Q) Is my hearing affected? If so, how can I recover my
hearing?
(A) This rather sympathetic; this from those pressures in
the upper dorsal, and a poor circulation to the head; not
disturbed to an extent that the organ - or those of the
system itself - be disturbed; for with the correcting of
a circulation, both as to nerve and to blood supply to the
head, these will CLARIFY themselves. Better be more mindful
of the organs of the hepatic circulation, than of those in
the organs of the sensory system.
(Q) Do you suggest any diet, or different mode of living?
(A) The diets as have been outlined at times for the body
are very good. We would not change much from the general
mode, but corrections FOR the system will be well. With the
taking of these properties there will be different desires
in direction of foods. Follow the inclinations, but do not
OVER-indulge in any. Moderation in all things!
(Q) Is my overweight harmful to me?
(A) No.
(Q) Is any present treatment I am using harmful?
(A) We would change to this outline, and we will find
results if this is done.
(Q) Is liquor harmful?
(A) Over-indulgence, harmful. That that is a stimuli with
the repressions in the hepatic circulation WOULD be harmful.
This will be found, that during the period this prescription
as first given is taken, if there is an OVER-indulgence the
body will be mighty sick! that is, from the stomach itself.
(Q) How about my eyesight? What should I do to preserve it?
(A) Correct this blood supply! Correct these of the
circulation to the head, and we will find these will
all be bettered. Do that!
(Q) Would you suggest any physical exercises that would be
beneficial to me?
(A) These exercises would be sufficient in the present.
This would come later, with the general mode or activities
of the body. Let's get THESE corrections made!
(Q) What is the cause of aches and pains in back and neck?
(A) This has been described, as for the impaired
circulation, as well as those subligations or
impingements in the upper dorsal area.
(Q) Are the osteopathic manipulations that have been
administered given properly?
(A) Will this be reversed; that is, the order of the
applications, that first the system take internally those
properties as outlined, then the manipulations given, these
will work together and make BOTH MORE effective.
(Q) How shall I overcome lassitude?
(A) By the supplying to the system all the necessary
elements that allow the body to govern its own activities
through its own MENTAL abilities; for these are good!
(Q) What should the body do in case of acute illness as a
result of this particular condition?
(A) Will these treatments be given, or followed, there will
be little or no acute spasmodic conditions arising in either
the lung or the nasal from the conditions, see? for these
work with and remove the causes, while much as has been
applied has been for effects rather than causes. We are
through for the present.
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