Every Man His Own Doctor The Cold Water, Tepid Water, and Friction-Cure, as Applicable to Every Disease to Which the Human Frame Is Subject, and Also to the Cure of Disease in Horses and Cattle

"Every Man His Own Doctor" by R. T. Claridge introduces hydropathy as a broad-spectrum treatment using cold and tepid water, along with therapeutic techniques for humans and animals during the 19th century. The book begins by exploring the historical origins of hydropathy, and the author’s experiences with the treatment’s effectiveness. Claridge uses examples of Vincent Priessnitz's work, including his water-based experiments and struggles against medical skepticism, to advocate for hydropathy as a superior alternative to normal medical treatments.