Morehead's Magnetic Machine
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| Morehead's Magnetic Machine | |
|---|---|
| a.k.a. | "Morehead's Improved Graduated Magnetic Machine" |
| Type | Electrotherapeutic |
| Creator(s) | D.C. Morehead |
Morehead's Magnetic Machine is a device that applies a variable electric current to a subject, obstensibly to treat them for any ailments or medical complaints, which was developed and sold by D.C. Morehead. Among the selling-points offered was its compactness, the complete unit (battery, wiring, helix) being packed into a small wooden case.[1]
References
- ↑ Adverts for "Morehead's Magnetic Machine" in the "New England Journal of Medicine" (Volume 39, November 1848)