Edgar Cayce Readings, 4986-1

(Physical Suggestion)

TEXT

EC: Yes, we have the body [4986]. Now, we find there are with the physical forces of this body those conditions as are produced by disturbances in the system that are of such a nature as to be hidden, in a manner, or the effects of the cause belie the result in the functioning of the system. With the correction of these conditions, we would find an entirely different reaction - and a near normal one, with this body of [4986].
These, then, are the conditions as we find them:
IN THE BLOOD SUPPLY, this above normal in some respects and below normal in other respects, produced by conditions as have been existent in system and an unbalancing of the conditions as bring about the proper metabolism or coordination in distribution of forces as are to replenish used conditions in the system. This condition, with definite subluxations in the system - are the causes of the greater disturbances.
IN THE NERVE SYSTEM, as may be seen then, there are those conditions existent wherein the body reacts improperly to conditions as are in the manner INDICATED in the system through those subluxations, or those pressures as are PRODUCED IN system that bring about disturbances - as are seen in the sensory organism. This apparently would be unreasonable to some, yet these conditions corrected we will find how that the changes will come about in this portion of the body. These exist, as we find, specific, in coccyx and in sacral - while there are SYMPATHETIC reactions in the lower dorsal and lower cervical, as well as natural for those centers as show their connection direct with the brain forces, through the 2nd and 3rd cervical.
IN THE FUNCTIONING OF THE ORGANS THEMSELVES, these show the disturbances as are created in the system in the various ways and manners that the system is affected at times, through the attempt of the system to adjust itself - going along for a time without much trouble, then the condition with the eyes, the throat, bronchials, stomach, and the digestive system, to say nothing of the effect as is produced at times in the lower hepatic circulation. These, then, are as HIGH POINTS in the system attempting to ADJUST itself, and the functioning of the organs coming under the direct reaction of these brings about the distress.
To remove these conditions and to bring near normal forces for this body - we would apply, at least twice EACH week - for three to four weeks - those of mud (preferably those of the antiphlogistian nature) ground mud - to the lower portion of the spine and sacral region; and THEN applying heat - osteopathically, under three to five treatments, make adjustments - that we may relieve the stress in system, see? in these specific centers.
Then we would begin the GENERAL treatment osteopathically and electrically to change the vibratory forces in the body. That of the gentle massage and GENERAL massage, that the eliminations may be set up properly and that the blood supply may be carried to the proper distribution of forces, as will rebuild and as will carry out the proper eliminations in their proper channels and directions; applying the electric forces - as will be seen in that of the ULTRA Violet Ray - along the spine.
Rest, occasionally, will be well during these treatments - and we will find in three to four months the body near normal.
The diet during these periods should consist principally of those that tend toward that of the alkalin reaction. While acids may be taken, provided they are of the proper reaction for the body - especially those as pertain to MEATS should be eliminated from the system. Oils and fats that make or produce the greater amount of carbohydrate forces as will be necessary for replenishing in some directions may be distributed THROUGHOUT in the diet, but not too much at once. The action of alcoholic forces for the body, provided they do not produce the pressure in the blood supply. These would be PREFERABLE, however, after the system has begun to bring near the proper eliminations - else the condition in heart's forces and actions would be bad.
Following these conditions, we will find near normal forces for this body. Do that. We are through for the present.
Copy to Cayce Hospital

BACKGROUND

3/06/29 Letter: "I have been referred to you by Mr. [165], and you will possibly know of me as being connected with the ... Bed Co., which company had the pleasure of furnishing you with some bedding equipment [for the Cayce Hospital]."
3/13/29 EC suggested that he be present at the reading.
3/20/29 Letter said it would be impossible for him to come but he enclosed his membership application, saying that he was in his office every day.
3/23/29 EC's letter to [4986]:
Mr. [4986] ... Co., ... St., Brooklyn, N.Y.
Dear Mr. [4986]:-
Replying to yours of the 20th - the reason I insisted in my first letter that you be present, is that I have been convinced for a number of years that there is a great deal to be gained for the individual who can be present when the information is given. However, we will make the appointment for the reading to be made at a distance, if you so desire.
If the date set is satisfactory, please return the card in time for us to know. If there are any special questions you wish to have asked, other than just the general physical reading, please let us know.
Sincerely hoping to be of service, I am
Yours very truly, EC:GD
3/29 Application card signed and returned:
ASSOCIATION OF NATIONAL INVESTIGATORS, VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA
3/29 (Date)
Date Set Tuesday, April 9, 1929
Time From 4:30 to 6:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time.
Gentlemen:
Kindly have a psychic reading made for me by Mr. Edgar Cayce, relative to my physical condition, with suggestions for improvement in same. [4986] (Please give full name and not initial) who will be 226 ... Street (Place) Brooklyn, N.Y. (City) (State) on the above day and hour as set.
Application signed by [4986] 226 ... Street Brooklyn (Address)
See other side of this card before signing.

REPORTS

4/12/29 [4986]'s letter to EC:
226 ... Street Brooklyn, New York
Mr. Edgar Cayce Virginia Beach, Va.
Dear Mr. Cayce:-
I received your reading, dated April 9th, 512A, and it is regrettable that I was called out of the office a little after four o'clock on that day and therefore was not at #226 ... Street at five o'clock.
Therefore, if you suggest another reading and will appoint a time, I will arrange to definitely be there at the time appointed. May I suggest, if it is convenient to you, that same be made around nine thirty in the morning.
Yours very truly
4/16/29 EC's letter to [4986]:
Mr. [4986], 226 ... Street, Brooklyn, N.Y.
Dear Mr. [4986]:
Replying to yours of the 12th, I would suggest that when you have your reading you be present - here - and listen to it. Then you can ask the questions that you desire to have asked at that time. That is MY suggestion in the matter, and I think that would insure a better satisfaction than in any other way. If you desire to do this, why we will try to arrange the time to take care of it when it suits your convenience to be here; unless we have something else that interferes.
Hoping that we may be of service, I am
Sincerely, EC:GD