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Description:This strap was used in hydrotherapy treatments at the Royal Pump Rooms. During treatment the strap was placed underneath the patient as they lay in the water. It was attached to ropes that were suspended from a frame above the hydrotherapy pool. Saline water in the hydrotherapy pool supported the patient's body while they performed excercises. The hydrotherapy pool was used to treat patients with rheumatism and polio.
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This bottle contained saline water from the springs at Leamington Spa. Saline, or ...
This wooden recliner was used in the Hammam at the Royal Pump Rooms, Leamington ...
These pulleys were used to hold sling apparatus in physiotherapy treatments at the ...
These electrodes were used in low frequency electrotherapy treatments at the Royal ...
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Source: Leamington Spa Art Gallery and Museum
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