Author Jillian Kent stops by today for a little medical assistant with a question for all of you. What do you know about poultices?
I write historical romantic suspense. I love the history of
all things medical and try to incorporate them into my novels. However, I’m no
expert when it comes to knowing all that much about the poultice. I’ve been
looking around the internet and I’ve found a few interesting sites. Here’s one
that will give you a description. http://www.healing-from-home-remedies.com/make-a-poultice.html
What I like about this video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H0Bn2DbPIg8&feature=related
is that the
instructor uses the mortar and pestle that was used during the Regency but the
types and styles are many and although I have no idea when the first mortar and
pestle came into use I’m thinking possibly Egyptian times. Anyone know?
I used what knowledge I gained in Chameleon, book two of The
Ravensmoore Chronicles and now I’m researching more material for book three
which I have to turn in on June first so I’m just a little nervous. It’ll all
come together.
Now, I’m also intrigued with alternative medicine, acupressure, acupuncture, herbs, etc. but I better save that for another time. So if you’ve ever used a poultice I want to know. If you’ve put the use of a poultice in your books please share and if you actually know a bit about using the poultice during the Regency please jump in and share your knowledge. I’m wondering what type of cloth they would have used and how they got the poultice to remain in place.
Thanks Jordyn for letting me visit. I love it here.
This blog is very informative and the lady is AWESOME helpful. Good luck!
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Hey Bonnie, thanks so much for the link. I'll put it on my list. I sent Theresa an e-mail. Maybe she'll drop by. :)
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