Before I finish this exploration of the history of hypnotism, I must mention that many doctors have used it. It was used as an anesthetic before chemical anesthesia became available.
In the 1840's Dr. Braid, a Scottish surgeon was using hypnosis as an anesthetic.
Around the same time, Dr. James Esdaille, performed "painless" surgery in India on more patients than any other physician before him. These operations influenced the British Medical Association to conclude in 1891 that hypnosis is "frequently effective in relieving pain, procuring sleep, and alleviating functional ailments."
Ah, now that that's over with I can get to the good stuff next time!!!
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8 years ago
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