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Civilization and the Cripple

Civilization and the Cripple PUBLIC HEALTH teeth which should be understood by all laymen. Chapter V presents the focal infection idea in the light of the most recent researches, which.is the best viewpoint the profession has today. It seems most improbable that we will change the viewpoint that non-vital teeth are always a menace to their host. Chapter VI on pyorrhea is a sane statement with good advice for the layman. Chapter VII on oral hygiene presents some questionable methods but it is hard for men to agree about something that is not based on true research. We doubt whether the method of brushing the teeth makes very much difference just so we keep the teeth reasonably clean. Chapter VIII gives the layman many true and valuable points about dentistry that should help him to select the type of service he desires. Chapter IX presents good points on the social side of dental health but we fear the writer has not really met the social problems in any large way. His attitude is good, but his experience with the problems of social dental needs appears limited. On the whole, the book is good. It is well written, clear and simple in oxplanation, that is, it is as simple as it is possible to make a highly technical subject. The book covers the field in a way not covered by any other book with which I am acquainted. It can be honestly recommended as an excellent book for the layman. HARRIs R. C. WILSON Civilization and the Cripple-By Frederick Watson. Bale, Sons & Daniellson, Ltd., 1930. International Society for Crippled Children, Inc., Elyria, 0. Price 10/6 net, $2.50. This is an excellent presentation of the cripple and his relation to society. Included under the term " cripple " are all industrial and other accidents as well as conditions resulting from disease and congenital defects in adults and children. Mr. Watson speaks from a long familiarity with his subject. He founded and has edited for more than five years the international quarterly journal The Cripple. He has also had experience in. organization as county director of the British Red Cross Society and chairman of the Montgomeryshire Voluntary Orthopedic Association, and experience in rehabilitation as deputy controller in the Appointments Department of the Ministry of Labor during the demobilization period after the Armistice. The book as a whole is extremely interesting. An historical review of the cripple from antiquity down to 1930 is given. It was not until the 18th century that experience and reason came into play. The first Factory Act in England was in 1802, though already the great English, French and German bone and joint surgeons had done notable work, and in America, Dr. John Ball (1789-1862) opened his hospital for cripples. John Little (1810-1894) was the first great apostle of orthopedic surgery in England. The great influence of the war, the rapid development of orthopedics as a speciality, and the focusing of attention on the crippling conditions in soldiers, are well discussed. It is interesting to note the progress which has been made in this country and the emphasis placed on it by Mr. Watson in the chapter entitled " The American Scheme." The chapter on " Prevention and Rehabilitation " is forcefully written and contains many excellent suggestions for the solution of the problem. The book is well written and presented in a most orderly fashion, and is of vital interest to any one associated or interested in the problem of "The Cripple." The printing, illustrations and makeup are excellent. The book can be recommended without reserve. G. KENNETH COONSE http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png American Journal of Public Health American Public Health Association

Civilization and the Cripple

American Journal of Public Health , Volume 21 (6) – Jun 1, 1931

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PUBLIC HEALTH teeth which should be understood by all laymen. Chapter V presents the focal infection idea in the light of the most recent researches, which.is the best viewpoint the profession has today. It seems most improbable that we will change the viewpoint that non-vital teeth are always a menace to their host. Chapter VI on pyorrhea is a sane statement with good advice for the layman. Chapter VII on oral hygiene presents some questionable methods but it is hard for men to agree about something that is not based on true research. We doubt whether the method of brushing the teeth makes very much difference just so we keep the teeth reasonably clean. Chapter VIII gives the layman many true and valuable points about dentistry that should help him to select the type of service he desires. Chapter IX presents good points on the social side of dental health but we fear the writer has not really met the social problems in any large way. His attitude is good, but his experience with the problems of social dental needs appears limited. On the whole, the book is good. It is well written, clear and simple in oxplanation, that is, it is as simple as it is possible to make a highly technical subject. The book covers the field in a way not covered by any other book with which I am acquainted. It can be honestly recommended as an excellent book for the layman. HARRIs R. C. WILSON Civilization and the Cripple-By Frederick Watson. Bale, Sons & Daniellson, Ltd., 1930. International Society for Crippled Children, Inc., Elyria, 0. Price 10/6 net, $2.50. This is an excellent presentation of the cripple and his relation to society. Included under the term " cripple " are all industrial and other accidents as well as conditions resulting from disease and congenital defects in adults and children. Mr. Watson speaks from a long familiarity with his subject. He founded and has edited for more than five years the international quarterly journal The Cripple. He has also had experience in. organization as county director of the British Red Cross Society and chairman of the Montgomeryshire Voluntary Orthopedic Association, and experience in rehabilitation as deputy controller in the Appointments Department of the Ministry of Labor during the demobilization period after the Armistice. The book as a whole is extremely interesting. An historical review of the cripple from antiquity down to 1930 is given. It was not until the 18th century that experience and reason came into play. The first Factory Act in England was in 1802, though already the great English, French and German bone and joint surgeons had done notable work, and in America, Dr. John Ball (1789-1862) opened his hospital for cripples. John Little (1810-1894) was the first great apostle of orthopedic surgery in England. The great influence of the war, the rapid development of orthopedics as a speciality, and the focusing of attention on the crippling conditions in soldiers, are well discussed. It is interesting to note the progress which has been made in this country and the emphasis placed on it by Mr. Watson in the chapter entitled " The American Scheme." The chapter on " Prevention and Rehabilitation " is forcefully written and contains many excellent suggestions for the solution of the problem. The book is well written and presented in a most orderly fashion, and is of vital interest to any one associated or interested in the problem of "The Cripple." The printing, illustrations and makeup are excellent. The book can be recommended without reserve. G. KENNETH COONSE

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Published: Jun 1, 1931

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