Edgar Cayce Readings, 5451-3

(Physical Suggestion)

TEXT

EC: Yes, we have the body here, [5451]. This we have had before. While little has been accomplished toward a relief for the body as related to the vision, or as to the general conditions of the body, these - in a GENERAL manner - do not show the loss of vitality as much as has been formerly indicated; so that, the general care of health has improved SOME in this direction, to at least where there is not too much drain on same.
In the applications for conditions for the vision, we would NOT operate - for this must at least mean the full loss of sight to the one eye. While the vision has gradually faded with the constant accumulation of tissue thickening over a portion of the ball, there is NOT the atrophy of the optic nerve. There IS the pinching of the central nerves as LEAD to the optics. These need STRENGTHENING, and - as has been INDICATED - would there be the application (this simple, yet effective in this particular condition) those of the Irish potato - scraped; not the peel, but that of the larger the better - this scraped, and of evening cake same over the eye socket - eyes closed, to be sure. Then, of morning, when this is removed, CLEANSE same with a weakened solution of an antiseptic that will aid in the CLARIFYING of the MUCUS from the system.
Also we would apply those of the violet ray applicator. Not to the eyeball, at first - but directly to the 3rd and 4th CERVICAL centers, to the base of the brain, and follow up along each side to the back of the ear - see? This we would apply for at least three to five minutes. Keep this up for a period of at least ten to fifteen days.
Every SECOND day we would have the adjustments and a deep manipulation in the upper dorsal and the whole of the cervical region, OSTEOPATHICALLY given. Make adjustments, but do not attempt to make them all at once, for we must relieve the pressure if we would set up absorption. Do that. Ready for questions.
(Q) Is there any light work the body could do while taking treatments? or should he discontinue work while taking them?
(A) He may continue this for the present, for we may change it entirely after the fifteen days of treatment.
(Q) What should diet be?
(A) Very good dietician, for the body is a kosher dietist.
(Q) Should glasses be changed?
(A) Not at present.
(Q) Are there conditions locally to be warned of at present time?
(A) Not at present, other than that as has been indicated. Be sure that there is the cleansing after the local applications, that there may not be local infection. Do that. We are through with this reading.
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BACKGROUND

See 5451-2 Reports with correspondence and Background questions submitted.

REPORTS

2/04/30 Daughter [349]'s letter: "...My father [5451], brother [2682] and sister [5450] all join me in sending our thanks and appreciation to you for their readings. They certainly are wonderful, and to think that there is some hope for my father's eyes makes us all feel so much better.
"There is some difficulty in getting the Irish potatoes in New York, although I am informed they are the same as the Idaho potatoes. Are the shavings to be put on the eyelids at night with a covering over them, to keep them on? Or is it alright to wrap them in a thin piece of material and then put over the eyelids?
"I am going to see young doctor Theodore J. Berger [osteopath] in reference to this treating my father, as I know he will follow the reading implicitly..."
2/13/30 EC's letter: "...You shouldn't have any trouble obtaining the Irish potato. Just go in some place and call for 'spuds' and they will be able to get them. These should be SCRAPED, not just sliced or shaved - but should be scraped, like you would scrape an apple for somebody that hasn't any teeth, or like you are giving it to a baby. I am sure Dr. Berger will help you out with the treatments."
2/27/30 Daughter [349]'s letter: "...Do you think you could possibly arrange to get in a check reading for my father on Monday, as his 15 days' treatment is practically up and Dr. Berger has been asking if we made any arrangements for a check reading. The last reading stated that in 15 days other treatments would be given. If you can possibly get it in will you please ask the following questions: Has the physical condition improved? Has the condition of eyes improved? Have the osteopathic treatments as given helped the body? Has the application of potato at night helped the eyes? Should this be continued? What further treatments will the forces give at this time to aid body's eyes and physical condition to become as nearly perfect as possible? Any further advice body should have?"
3/11/30 EC gave the fourth reading 5451-4.