02153cam a22003013u 4500 15680 UtSlPG 20260610133352.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG la iso639-1 R Boerhaave, Herman, 1668-1738 De Usu Ratiocinii Mechanici in Medicina Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-04-22 Produced by Frank van Drogen and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. "De Usu Ratiocinii Mechanici in Medicina" by Herman Boerhaave is a scientific publication written in the early 18th century. This work discusses the principles of applying mechanical reasoning and methods in the field of medicine, emphasizing the importance of a systematic and rational approach to understanding the human body and its functions. In this text, Boerhaave argues for the utility of mechanistic principles in the practice of medicine, advocating that a thorough understanding of human anatomy and physiological processes can be achieved through the application of mathematical and geometric reasoning. He illustrates how the body's structure can be analyzed similarly to machines, where each component has a specific function and role in maintaining health. The oration explores various aspects of human anatomy, particularly the circulatory system, to showcase the effectiveness of a mechanistic approach in diagnosing and treating diseases. Throughout, Boerhaave emphasizes the need for rigorous scientific methods and experimentation to enhance medical knowledge and practice, aiming to elevate the standards of medical education and practice in his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Medicine -- Early works to 1800 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15680 57068 57068