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20 Vintage Medical Photos That Are Both Terrifying and Captivating

  • 5:54 pm April 18, 2018
  • mariam

Today, when we look back at all those amazing pieces of innovation of that time, which looks terrifying for us today, but for them, it was their only hope and savior. 100 years from now people will have the same viewpoints in regard to all the medical stuff of today. Hence, we need to be grateful for what is available and opt for it when required.

Orphanage In Chicago

A vintage image of babies being treated for winter rickets, which involved tanning at an orphanage in Chicago in 1925.



Army Medical Centre

In 1920 this is how hands-off physiotherapy used to be at Walter Reed Army Medical Center.

Birthing Chair

This is a European birthing chair in 1750, which was also adjustable.



Invalid Cart

An injured boy is wheeling around in an “invalid rolling cart” in 1915.

Headgear

A captivating image showing a pro-PET headgear used for studying the working brain.



Unique!

A personal pressure chamber of Winston Churchill, which enabled him to make high-altitude flights safely.