The methods are so simple that they can be utilized by any one--even by women who may, in their hour of labor, chance to be remote from medical attention. Two combs (broad aluminum combs about four inches in length have been found to be the best) to clench the fingers and thumbs over (see Fig. 14), and some sharp or edged surface to press the soles of the feet against (see Fig. 15), are all the instruments that are required, altho a clamp has now been devised (see Fig. 16) which can be fastened on the hands to include both surfaces and all zones. It is applied when contractions begin, and is kept in position intermittently until delivery is completed. Rubber bands, bound around the great and “index” toes, also afford a gratifying help. To relieve the after-pains and facilitate the expulsion of the afterbirth, it has been found that “stimulating” strokes, with the teeth of the aluminum comb, or the “bristles” of a wire hair brush, are most effective. It may require that these strokes be given from ten minutes to one-half hour. But they assist wonderfully in contracting the uterus. [Illustration: Valens Disc Zone-Analgesic with Rope Attachment An extension rope can be used on these applicators and attached to the foot of the bed so a patient, during confinement, can grasp one applicator in each hand and make traction. This device can also be used in Zone Therapy for Sciatica by having the patient place the foot over the wooden discs and “hang on to the rope” with the hand. FIG. 15.] [Illustration: FIG. 16.--This is the hand clamp used with such extraordinary success in relieving the pains of childbirth.] Dr. R. T. H. Nesbitt, of Waukegan, Ill., is one of a number of physicians who have had practical experience with pressure analgesia in childbirth. He sends this very interesting report: “During the past week I have been attending the lectures of Dr. George Starr White. In this most interesting and helpful series, Dr. White explained and exemplified biodynamic diagnosis by means of the magnetic meridian (a remarkable discovery of Dr. White, which enables one to diagnose diseases otherwise undiagnosible. This by means of changes in the “tension” of organs--which occurs when a properly grounded patient is turned from North or South to East or West). Dr. White also demonstrated zone therapy. He asked if any of the doctors present expected a confinement case soon. If so, he wished to give them some suggestions in zone anesthesia in connection with delivery. “As I was expecting a ‘call’ every hour I told Dr. White, and he gave me some special points concerning this work. Last night I was called to attend what I expected would be my last case in confinement, as I have been doing this work so many years that I intended to retire. From my last night’s experience I feel as if I should like to start the practice of medicine all over again.