Resuscitation technique, 19th century

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Resuscitation technique, 19th century

Resuscitation technique, 19th-century artwork. Demonstration of the technique developed in 1892 by the French physician Laborde to resuscitate patients who have stopped breathing. The technique involves rhythmic traction being applied to the patients tongue, while they are held half-propped up in the position shown. Artwork from the 13th volume (first period of 1894) of the French popular science weekly La Science Illustree

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1890s 1894 Annual Volume Assistant Breathing Clinic Demonstration Doctor Emergency Medicine France French Hospital La Science Illustree Louis Figuier Magazine Patient Physician Physiological Physiology Popular Science Reflex Resuscitating Table Technique Tongue Tongue Depressor Treating Treatment Weekly Laborde Mono Chrome Resuscitate Stopped

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This print takes us back to the 19th century, showcasing a resuscitation technique developed by the renowned French physician Laborde. The artwork, featured in the popular science weekly La Science Illustree, depicts a demonstration of this groundbreaking method introduced in 1892. Intriguingly, the technique involves rhythmic traction being applied to the patient's tongue while they are held half-propped up. This innovative approach aimed to revive patients who had stopped breathing due to various medical conditions. The illustration provides an insightful glimpse into historical medical practices and highlights the advancements made in emergency medicine during that era. The image captures a male patient on a table, surrounded by physicians and assistants attentively observing as their colleague expertly applies the resuscitation technique. The detailed artwork showcases not only the physiological aspects but also emphasizes cultural elements such as clothing styles and medical equipment used at that time. Louis Figuier's annual volume of La Science Illustree serves as an invaluable resource for understanding medical history and scientific progress during this period. It is through these visual representations that we gain appreciation for how far we have come in our understanding of human physiology and life-saving techniques. This remarkable print from Science Photo Library offers us a fascinating window into both medical history and artistic expression, reminding us of our continuous pursuit to improve healthcare practices throughout time.

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