Hippocrates revolutionized the study of medicine in Ancient Greece, but some of his ideas still influence the medical field today. In his book On Ulcers, Hippocrates details the recommended treatment for this ailment. While modern medicine has moved beyond using honey, boiled leaves, and white wine to treat ulcers, Hippocrates’ advice on diet and rest hold true. This text is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the historical development of medical practices.
Hippocrates revolutionized the study of medicine in Ancient Greece, but some of his ideas still influence the medical field today. In his book On Ulcers, Hippocrates details the recommended treatment for this ailment. While modern medicine has moved beyond using honey, boiled leaves, and white wine to treat ulcers, Hippocrates’ advice on diet and rest hold true. This text is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the historical development of medical practices.
Engels
On the Surgery
Airs, Waters, Places
Complete Works of Hippocrates. Illustrated : On ancient medicine, Prognostics, Aphorisms, Epidemics I and III, On regimen in acute diseases and others
Harvard Classics Volume 38 : Harvey, Jenner, Lister, Pasteur
On Injuries of the Head
Aphorisms
Ancient Medicine
The Sacred Disease
Surgery
The Book of Prognostics
On Airs, Waters, and Places