SPRAINS.

For sprains of any part of the muscular structure, use one of the

following prescriptions:--

Oil of wormwood, 1 ounce.

Tincture of lobelia, 2 ounces.

Infusion of hops, 1 quart.

Mix. Bathe the part twice a day.

_Another._

Wormwood, } of each a handful.

Thoroughwort, }

New England rum, 1 pint.

Set them in a warm place for a few hours, then bathe the part with the

liquid; and bind some of the herb on the part, if practicable.