History Extra podcast Medieval medicine: everything you wanted to know
Apr 13, 2024
Elma Brenner, expert in medieval medical theory, discusses gruesome surgeries, strange cures, and the role of leeches in medieval medicine. Topics include humoral theory, religious influences on health practices, birthing girdles, and comparing medieval and modern epidemic responses.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Exploring Perceptions and Challenges of Comparing Mortality Rates in Medieval Medicine
03:39 • 2min
The Influence of Humoral Theory in Medieval Medicine
06:05 • 4min
The Influence of Religious Communities on Health Practices in the Medieval Era
09:56 • 3min
Medieval Birthing Girdles and Fertility Remedies
13:11 • 19min
Exploring Medieval Medical Practices
31:47 • 16min
Comparing Medieval Medicine Practices with Modern Epidemic Experiences
48:08 • 3min