in memory of
W.H. Bates, M.D.
1860-1931

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STORIES FROM THE CLINIC

CHAPTER 1
EXPERIENCES WITH SCHOOL CHILDREN


NYSTAGMUS

Another remarkable cure was that of a girl with nystagmus, a condition in which the eyes vibrate from side to side. Cases similar to hers come to us from time to time, and they are always benefited by palming. Her vision was 10/30. She improved quickly and soon obtained normal vision. When anything disturbed her, the vibration returned. This always happened, tht told me, when the teacher asked her a question. At the same time she lost her memory. The teacher allowed her to cover her eyeĞ to rest them, and in a few minutes the vibration ceased and her memory improved. Before she came to the clinic she often became hysterical and was obliged to leave the class-room. Later the hysterical attacks disappeared.




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