Summary
Alternative Name(s): ECT Machine
Electro-Convulsive Therapy Machine manufactured by Both Equipment Pty. Ltd, circa 1930. It was used for electro-convulsive shock therapy at a mental health hospital in Beechworth, Victoria, Australia
Physical Description
Electroconvulsive therapy machine in blue plastic case with leather handle. Brand name 'Both'. Panel of machine includes a scale for measuring ohms and volts; a knob for administering volts from 70 to 160; two red lights; a tele- phone dial numbered 1-0; a green light; a knob to be turned from 'Test' to 'Shock'; and a knob labelled 'Adjust Ohms'. A white electric flex cord for conveying current is also included.
Significance
Example of medical treatment administered in mental health hospitals in Victoria Australia
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mayday Hills Hospital, 29 Sep 1992
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Manufacturer
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Place Used
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Inscriptions
Both Equipment Pty.Ltd./Adelaide and Sydney/Type No. B.S.T., Serial No.114. App. No.---, 240v, 50.
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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
33 cm (Length), 27 cm (Width), 18 cm (Height)
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Keywords
Hospitals, Mental Health, Mental Health Institutions, Making History - Psych Services
