Summary
Electro-Convulsive Therapy Machine manufactured by Edison Swan Electric Co, circa 1960. It was used for electro-convulsive therapy of patients in mental health hospitals in Victoria, Australia. This machine is an example of the medical equipment used in psychiatric hospitals in Victoria, Australia.
Physical Description
Electro-convulsive therapy machine in a metal box-shape machine with handle each side. Sloping control panel with numerous dials. Electric cord attached to hole in back. One electrode for head; two round plastic rings on long electrical cord. All contained in a light tan gladstone bag.
More Information
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Office of Psychiatric Services, May 1985
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Manufacturer
The Edison Swan Electric Co. Ltd., London, England, Great Britain, circa 1960
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Place & Date Used
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Inscriptions
EQUIPMENT Serial No. SS375/MANUFACTURED BY/the EDISON SWAN ELECTRIC CO LTD/ 155 Charing Cross Rd. LONDON W.C.2 embossed on machine. Bag by Gloria Glove Co.
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Classification
Medicine & health, Mental health - clinical, Treatment equipment
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
35.5 cm (Length), 28 cm (Height)
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Keywords
Hospitals, Psychiatric Services, Psychiatric Hospitals, Medical Equipment, Making History - Psych Services