Pulvermacher belt. Had to it soak in vinegar before applying to the body. Supposed to cure all nervous

Pulvermacher belt. Had to it soak in vinegar before applying to the body. Supposed to cure all nervous, chronic and functional diseases.

Details

Category:
Therapeutics
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A202033
Materials:
copper (gilt) and zinc
Measurements:
overall: 1.56 kg
type:
belt
credit:
Wellcome Trust (Purchased from Stevens)

Parts

Directions for the use of the Electric Belt and Suspensor

Directions for the use of the Electric Belt and Suspensor

'Directions for the use of the Electric Belt and Suspensor'

Materials:
paper
Object Number:
A202033/9
type:
instructions
Directions for the Application of Pulvermacher's Galvanic Combined Bands

Directions for the Application of Pulvermacher's Galvanic Combined Bands

'Directions for the Application of Pulvermacher's Galvanic Combined Bands'

Measurements:
overall: 227 mm x 145 mm
Materials:
paper (fibre product)
Object Number:
A202033/11
type:
instructions