This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at his office, 105th Street & Ocean, Virginia Beach, Va., this 22nd day of October, 1931, in accordance with request made by Mrs. [959].

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno.

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1. EC: Yes, we have the body, [5658]. In the physical forces of the body we find abnormal conditions. These have been produced by a complication of conditions in the physical forces, where there had been (and is still existent) allowed an unbalancing of the elements as go to make up the physical functionings of the nerves, the muscular forces, and the taxation of same reached such a point or condition as to use up the energy of same in such a manner that, with those reactions of very severe nature, CAUSES the inability of the vital forces IN the muscular, in the tendon, in the structural portions, to RESPOND to such SEVERE strain as the SUDDEN CHANGES called upon TO be adjusted in the physical functioning. So, there is produced that that prevents the normal reaction in locomotion, in the use of the limbs. These are as of the very TENDONS themselves, were wrenched from the body, in the locomotary centers, especially - the scapula of the right arm, the pelvic of the whole body - these make for incapacitation. Without the vital necessary elements being added to the body as to produce a bettered condition, and a virility in same that would bring about the proper circulation through the muscular forces, through the tendons, even through those of the union of the extremities to the body itself, they must gradually lose in their elasticity, and the body remain in a helpless condition; but, as we find, will there be added those forces necessary to create within the system itself those elements that will make for this proper reaction, proper functioning, through the distribution of forces as may be builded in the system, then we would have a resuscitation of the whole body - see! These at first would be rather slow, for the first two to three weeks, then we would see a more rapid reaction in the abilities to use the body, use the limbs, use the arm. The very nature of conditions, with the age and virility of the system, are in the body's favor, will there be kept ALSO the PROPER attitude mentally OF the body TO its condition! Let the body THOROUGHLY REALIZE its helpless condition, but do NOT allow the mental forces - for ANY cause - to cherish, or THINK, the idea that it is a hopeless condition, or that the body IS to be a drudge on someone else. Rather know that there are duties, there are obligations in self, that must be met, and that those elements, those forces as would make for the arousing of the spiritual forces as may be made manifest have had to choose SUCH a channel or manner to AROUSE the REAL abilities as lie innate within the body itself; for much in many ways may yet be accomplished by the body, Mr. [5658], WILL the body-mind, the body-physical, but call upon, and SINCERELY desire from within that there be brought to the body, through the application of those things that will from without arouse to the consciousness of coordinating activity of the elements from within, so that the coordinating of the mental and physical body will be in attune to be used as a channel of blessings to others, as well as for self.
2. Then, we would prepare those of a least two pounds of Balsam of Sulphur. This we would take, a small amount, three times each week, and thoroughly massage same into the body, over those of the cervical and upper dorsal area, along the cerebro-spinal system, around the shoulder blade, over the top of the shoulder, under the arm, down to the elbow, across the lower part of the body - from the high waist down, or from the middle of the spine down to the knees, and UNDER the knees - see? This would require about a piece the size of a goose egg for the whole of each massage given. Massage this THOROUGHLY into the body over these portions given, at least THREE times each week.
3. Begin immediately with the taking of those properties of Atomidine, in water. BEGIN with three drops four times each day. Every FIFTH day INCREASE the quantity two drops, until nine drops are being taken - see? Then leave off for five days. Then begin with the three drops again. Do not follow instructions printed, but rather as given here.
4. As for the matter of the diet, we would give those things that are blood and nerve building. Not too much meats, and when those of the vegetables are given (which should be plenty), do not prepare same in quantities of grease. When the fats are used, use rather those of the vegetable fats, or butter, to cook same in, seasoning same well - see?
5. Exercise the limbs, even when lying alone, as much as is possible without too much pain, and we will find in - or by the time the whole of the two pounds has been used, a change for the better. Then we would give further instructions. Ready for questions.
6. (Q) What caused this condition?
   (A) This has just been described, that an unbalancing of the system was produced by the lack of elements, overtaxing of the system for its strength, then sudden congestion, and the body not able to meet the severe demands made on it for equalization, and it's wrenched the MUSCLES and tendons from their hold.
7. (Q) Will his condition ever affect the mind?
   (A) Not if we will do what has been given, for it'll be alright! He will be WELL again, STRONG - as ever!
8. (Q) He will be able to walk?
   (A) Be able to do anything he wants to! Jump, run, walk, lift, play - do anything! Do as we have outlined. We are through for the present.

   Copy to Mrs. [959]
   Copy to File
   Copy to Ass'n

BACKGROUND

1. 10/18/31 Mrs. [959]'s letter: "...There seems to be no one that I can get a reading for but 'charity' - but I do have one that is really worthy. It's a boy twenty, only child of a widow - a very industrious good boy in high school until this year. He was working on a road construction job and the weather was very hot. After work he would go in the river to bathe. Doctors think the water being cold caused his trouble. Anyway, the last week in August he became ill and it looks like paralysis of some sort. But he is bedfast and doctors give no hope of recovery. His mother is not able to have the reading if she knew. His aunt has been paying for medicine and part time nurse and is willing to pay for the reading a little later as she can. So I am writing to ask you to give the reading the earliest date possible. I'll give names and questions on another page. You need not ask where he will be, he is bedfast in his home and no chance of moving. So if you can give it in the same hour you get this - so much the better."

REPORTS

1. 10/29/31 Mrs. [959]'s letter: "...The reading for [5658] was certainly fine. They have gone right to work to get the medicines..."
2. 11/20/31 Mrs. [959]'s letter: "...The medicine for [5658] has at last arrived, but the balsam of sulphur is in liquid form. Will it be worthwhile to us; if not, will you please have it made and sent C.O.D. to me..."
3. 11/26/31 Aunt's letter: Sent five dollars to apply on [5658]'s reading, indicating that later she would like to get a physical reading for herself.
4. 11/28/31 Mrs. [959]'s letter: "...Our Sunday School class is moving [5658] and his mother into town for the winter, so they can get proper attention. So we are anxious to start the treatments. The aunt asked me since writing last to have you get the sulphur of balsam made up and shipped C.O.D. to her. Her address is ... She has the other medicine and the druggist here advised her not to give it. So you see there's no hope of getting him to fix the balsam of sulphur..."
5. 12/09/31 EC had our local druggist to send the balsam of sulphur.
6. 3/16/32 Mrs. [959]'s letter: "...[5658] is able to get out to church now. His right hand is not entirely well but is much better. They never were able to get the proper mixtures to use, but they used what they could get and faith did the rest..."
7. 8/30/32 Mrs. [959]'s letter: "...In the case of [5658], when his reading was given he was in bed, not able to move himself. They followed a part of advice and he has been able to be on the street, and through the Crippled Children's Board sent to Charleston where his arm has been put in a brace and his elbow is propped as high as his shoulder. He is able to walk anywhere he wants to and was in church this A.M. Still no one but his aunt will admit that his first treatment under the reading helped..."

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