On Fractures (eBook)

Exploring Ancient Orthopedics: A Comprehensive Study on Bone Fractures and Medical Practices in Greek Medicine

Hippocrates (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2021
38 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406646662-6 (EAN)

Infos

Hippocrates' 'On Fractures' is a seminal work in the history of medicine, focusing on the treatment of bone fractures. Written in the 5th century BC, the book provides detailed insights into the diagnosis, classification, and management of fractures, showcasing the author's empirical approach to medicine. Hippocrates' prose is clear and methodical, reflecting his observational skills and emphasis on scientific principles. The text is a significant contribution to the field of orthopedics and highlights the ancient roots of modern medical practices. The book is a foundational piece in the history of medicine and continues to be studied for its invaluable insights into musculoskeletal injuries. It serves as a key resource for understanding the development of medical knowledge in antiquity and its impact on contemporary healthcare practices.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 10.4.2021
• Übersetzer: Francis Adams
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Natur / Technik ► Natur / Ökologie
• Themenwelt: Medizin / Pharmazie ► Pflege
• Schlagworte: Ancient Greek authors • Ancient Greek Literature • Ancient medical works • Ancient Philosophy • Ancient works • Applied Science • Classical literature • Geography • Greek language • Greek medicine • Hippocrates • history of medicine • Languages • Medical Texts • medical treatises • Medicine • Philosophy • Physical Sciences • Science