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Between the attacks massage is often prescribed especially for podagra. The treatment must be given for general activity of the muscles.
- 1. St. bending of knees.
- 2. St. bending backward (back supported).
- 3. L. flexion and extension of legs.
- 4. S. turning of body.
- 5. S. rotation of arms.
- 6. Flexion and extension of feet.
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- 7. S. raising of body.
- 8. Beating of sacrum.
- 9. Massage of stomach.
- 10. St. percussion of back.
The general massage is always of benefit and firm friction on the sole of the foot is very effective in cases of podagra.
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