Pain Relief Collection

Diamorphine hydrochloride C018 / 1170
Vials of diamorphine hydrochloride, an injectable drug used in pain relief, typically for late stages of terminal care

Method of reducing dislocation of the shoulder with knee in armpit
6116638 Method of reducing dislocation of the shoulder with knee in armpit,; (add.info.: Method of reducing dislocation of the shoulder with knee in armpit)

The application of Liston's Long Splint
6116637 The application of Liston's Long Splint,; (add.info.: The application of Liston's Long Splint. Long leg splinting is used to stabilize injuries by decreasing movement)

Method of reducing dislocation of the shoulder by the heel in the armpit
6116640 Method of reducing dislocation of the shoulder by the heel in the armpit; (add.info.: Method of reducing dislocation of the shoulder by the heel in the armpit)

Suspension apparatus for use in spinal disease. From The Household Physician, published c.1898 (engraving)
6116635 Suspension apparatus for use in spinal disease. From The Household Physician, published c.1898 (engraving); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024.

Reduction of dislocation of elbow
6116642 Reduction of dislocation of elbow,; (add.info.: Reduction of dislocation of elbow. From The Household Physician, published c.1898.); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024.

Method of reducing dislocation of the shoulder without assistance
6116641 Method of reducing dislocation of the shoulder without assistance; (add.info.: From The Household Physician, published c.1898.); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024.

Mode of support for a fractured thigh in old persons
6116636 Mode of support for a fractured thigh in old persons,; (add.info.: Mode of support for a fractured thigh in old persons)

'The Charles A. Vogeler Co. 1890. Creator: Unknown
'The Charles A. Vogeler Co. 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

St. Jacobs Oil, Conquers Pain, 1888. Creator: Unknown
St. Jacobs Oil, Conquers Pain, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume38. July to December, 1888

Girl With Sore Finger Crying (chromolitho)
733474 Girl With Sore Finger Crying (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl With Sore Finger Crying.); Look and Learn / Barbara Loe Collection

Poster advertising an Electro-Medical body massage and stimulation machine
CHT277846 Poster advertising an Electro-Medical body massage and stimulation machine Pulvermacher, 1884 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Salix pentandra. Bay-leaved Willow, 19th Century. Bay willow is a deciduous tree native to northern Europe and northern Asia

Harness Electropathic Battery Belt advert, 1893. A print from the Black and White magazine of Christmas 1893

Advertisement for Genasprin, a proprietary brand of the drug Aspirin. 1919. The active ingredient of aspirin, acetylsalicylic acid, a derivative of salicylic acid

Trade Card Advertisement Drugs Usa
Mother Comforting Child, Radway's Ready Relief Stops Pain, Trade Card, circa 1900. (Photo by: Universal History Archive/UIG)

Reduction of dislocation of elbow. From The Household Physician, published c. 1898
Reduction of dislocation of elbow. From The Household Physician, published c.1898

Mode of support for a fractured thigh in old persons. From The Household Physician, published c. 1898
Mode of support for a fractured thigh in old persons. From The Household Physician, published c.1898

Suspension apparatus for use in spinal disease. From The Household Physician, published c. 1898
Suspension apparatus for use in spinal disease. From The Household Physician, published c.1898

The application of Listons Long Splint. Long leg splinting is used to stabilize injuries by decreasing movement and providing support, thus preventing further damage. Robert Liston, 1794 - 1847

Method of reducing dislocation of the shoulder without assistance. From The Household Physician, published c. 1898
Method of reducing dislocation of the shoulder without assistance. From The Household Physician, published c.1898

Method of reducing dislocation of the shoulder by the heel in the armpit. From The Household Physician, published c.1898

Method of reducing dislocation of the shoulder with knee in armpit. From The Household Physician, published c. 1898
Method of reducing dislocation of the shoulder with knee in armpit. From The Household Physician, published c.1898

Ms Palat. 218-220 Book IX Aztec midwife administering herbs to a woman after childbirth
XTD82718 Ms Palat. 218-220 Book IX Aztec midwife administering herbs to a woman after childbirth, from the Florentine Codex by Bernardino de Sahagun, c.1540-85 by Spanish School

Diclofenac anti-inflammatory drug, molecular model. This is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is used in the treatment of pain and inflammation

Jacksons ether experiment
Charles Thomas Jackson (1805-1880), American physician, geologist and chemist experimenting on himself with ether in 1841

Spoonful of medicine F006 / 9049
Spoonful of medicine

Spoonful of medicine F006 / 9048
Spoonful of medicine

Spoonful of medicine F006 / 9047
Spoonful of medicine

Spoonful of medicine F006 / 9044
Spoonful of medicine

Acupuncture, artwork
Acupuncture. Computer artwork showing an acupuncture needle inserted into a patients skin and disrupting a nerve signal (red arrows)

Increased effectiveness of pain killers C014 / 2082
Increased effectiveness of pain killers

Gabapentin enacarbil drug molecule. Computer model showing the structure of a molecule of the anticonvulsant and analgesic (painkilling) drug gabapentin enacarbil (Horizant)

Paracetamol molecule
Serotonin molecule. Computer model showing the structure of a molecule of the neurotransmitter (nerve signalling chemical) serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine)

Ibuprofen molecule. Computer artwork showing the structure of a molecule of the painkilling (analgesic) drug ibuprofen. Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)

Aspirin molecule. Computer artwork showing the structure of a molecule of aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid). Atoms are represented as spheres and are colour-coded: carbon (black), hydrogen (white)

Aspirin in action. Computer artwork showing how aspirin has its effect. Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) is converted to salicylic acid and acetic acid in the body

Euthanasia. Conceptual computer artwork of a pair of scissors and a rose. Using the scissors to cut the rose represents euthanasia

Inflated hospital air mattress. The mattress cover has been removed to reveal the inflated cells of a hospital air matress

Testing an analgesic inhaler, 1955
Testing an analgesic inhaler. This inhaler (lower right) contained trichloroethylene, an analgesic commonly used by midwives assisting in childbirth

Codeine drug molecule. Atoms are represented as spheres and are colour-coded: carbon (black), hydrogen (white), nitrogen (blue) and oxygen (red)

Head lice
MODEL RELEASED. Head lice. Boy scratching head to relieve the itchy effects of head lice. He is six years old. Head lice live amongst the hairs of the human head

PCA machine for pain relief, artwork
Artwork of a patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) machine through which the patient can administer their own pain relief by infusion without an overdose of medication

Synaptic endorphins, artwork
Synaptic endorphins. Artwork showing the release (top) of neurotransmitters called endorphins (yellow) from the end of a nerve (blue)

Enkephalin crystals, light micrograph
Enkephalin crystals, polarised light micrograph. Enkephalin is an endorphin found in the human brain. There are two variants: Met-enkephalin (seen here), which contains the amino acid methionine

Met-enkephalin molecule. Computer model showing the structure of the neurotransmitter met-enkephalin (methionine-enkephalin)

Dextromethorphan drug molecule. Molecular model of Dextromethorphan, a cough-suppressant found in many over-the-counter cold and cough medicines

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"Pain Relief: A Journey Through Time and Innovation" Diamorphine hydrochloride C018 / 1170: Unveiling the power of modern medicine in alleviating pain. The Morphine drug molecule: Unlocking nature's secret to soothing discomfort and providing relief. Enkephalin crystals, light micrograph: Delving into the microscopic world of natural painkillers for a better understanding of their potency. St. Jacobs Oil, Conquers Pain, 1888: Exploring historical remedies that paved the way for contemporary pain relief solutions. McMunns Elixir of Opium (colour litho): Tracing back opium-based elixirs as early attempts at combating physical distress. Girl With Sore Finger Crying (chromolitho): Reflecting on the universal experience of pain and the quest for comfort throughout history. Poster advertising an Electro-Medical body massage and stimulation machine: Discovering innovative approaches beyond pharmaceuticals to ease bodily discomfort through technology-driven methods. Pharmaceutical jar for the opiate A. Papauer R. c1700 (ceramic): Examining ancient containers that held potent substances used to alleviate suffering centuries ago. Scarron, (c1610-1660), 1830: Immortalizing influential figures who advocated for advancements in pain management during their time. Salix pentandra. Bay-leaved Willow, 19th Century : Unearthing traditional herbal remedies like willow bark extract which served as inspiration for modern-day aspirin. Harness Electropathic Battery Belt advert, 1893 : Embracing electrotherapy as an alternative approach to relieving various types of physical discomfort. Advertisement for Genasprin, a proprietary brand of Aspirin, 1919 : Witnessing how revolutionary drugs such as aspirin transformed the landscape of pain relief, offering accessible and effective solutions.