On Injuries of the Head

Hippocrates

• 03 september 2022
• 9781787364639

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In "On Injuries of the Head," Hippocrates discusses the various ways in which head injuries can occur and offers treatment recommendations. He begins by noting that head injuries can be caused by falls, blows to the head, or other accidents. He then goes on to discuss the different types of head injuries, including fractures, contusions, and lacerations. He offers recommendations for treatment of each type of injury, including rest, immobilization, and surgery. Read in English, unabridged.