INTRODUCTION 23 



accustomed to an active life that are suddenly submitted to 

 absolute rest frequently suffer- from digestive troubles unless 

 maintained on a restricted diet. When the standing posi- 

 tion is ordered for some days the feet and shoeing will require 

 attention. In the summer time flies prove exceedingly harm- 

 ful in more ways than one, and should be eliminated as far as 

 possible. Good ventilation, an even temperature, appropri- 

 ate clothing and above all, a clean habitat must be insisted 

 upon for the surgical convalescent. 



