Help Sheet: Priessnitz and America

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Information about the person who started this
Name
Vinzenz Priessnitz
Previous used methods of treating with water

 

 

Describe new methods he introduced

 

 

Precautions Priessnitz took before giving this treatment.

 

 

What treatment took place outdoors? Locate a picture on this site to illustrate it.

 

 

What other natural element was a vital part of the treatment?

 

 

In your opinion, what kind of mood were patients likely to be in?

 

 


Developments in America

Which two people are mentioned who developed Priessnitz’s ideas in America?

 

 

What aspect did they develop in particular?

 

 

When did hydrotherapy begin in America?
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