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Special Effects of the Violet Ray Mentioned in nearly 900 Cayce readings, the violet ray was recommended for a wide variety of conditions, due probably to its three important effects: light, heat, and ozone. Electricity coming from the device gives off light, a useful therapy that in earlier times osteopaths utilized to combat infection (before the advent of antibiotics). The introduction of light into body tissues has only recently begun to be scientifically recognized. Heat, created in the device’s generating part, may be only slightly discernible to the person receiving the treatment. As noted earlier, this increase of heat stimulates superficial circulation (lymphatic and capillary), resulting in toxins being carried away and the body’s organs being strengthened. Indications for Use Ozone, a form of oxygen (O3), is produced from the combination of static electricity and the oxygen in the air. Found in the atmosphere in minute quantities, it is the familiar odor detected after a thunderstorm. In some areas it is tilized as an alternative to chlorine in destroying bacteria in the water supply. Cayce in several readings encouraged people to inhale this distinct odor of ozone, stating that it would be beneficial. The high number of occurrences in the readings is also indicative of the wide range of health conditions for which the violet ray is recommended. (The device should not, however, be confused with the ultraviolet ray or lamp, which is also mentioned in the readings.) One of the major benefits of the device, as noted earlier, includes stimulating superficial circulation. It also has a rejuvenating effect on the nervous system, alleviates skin and hair disorders, is useful for digestive and elimination problems, promotes relaxation, helps relieve various reproductive disorders, as well as aids eye problems, arthritis and rheumatism, possession, and in combination with either carbon or animated ash is helpful as a treatment for certain cancers. Some presenting complaints from the readings related to these conditions include headaches, fading hair color, ringworm, sinus trouble, baldness, failing eyesight, earaches, painful cramps during menstruation, periods of anxiety, skin abrasions, cold feet, eyestrain, uterine fibroid tumor, catarrh, swallowing difficulties, restlessness, itchy or scaly scalp, insomnia, and dry skin. Check individual readings, however, to determine if your health concern could benefit from using this appliance. How to Utilize the Device Instructions accompany the appliance
when purchased. After the proper applicator
has been inserted and the machine
plugged in, the glass bulb should be placed
in contact with the skin before the dial is
turned on. This action prevents the mild
static electric shock that would otherwise
occur. Contact with the skin should be
maintained throughout the short session (usually lasting from
thirty seconds to several
minutes). Turn
the machine off, then
remove the device A common body placement of the bulb is along both sides of the spine; often a downward motion—from the cervical's (neck) to the sacrum—was suggested. For eye problems the bulb would be placed directly over the closed eyelids; for scalp and hair problems the comb-rake applicator would be used on and around the head. Other body areas from the readings include the abdomen, chest, vaginal area, and neck, depending upon the ailment. Many individuals were advised to take these treatments in the evening just before retiring, “…for [it] would make the body rest much better.” (1563-2) One fifty-seven-year-old man with poor circulation and suffering from a cold was told: “We would add a very little of the electrical forces for the body, though, in the present. To do this will prevent the central nervous system batteries from running down. This should be used in the form of the violet ray—hand machine, bulb applicator…this not more than half to three-quarters of a minute just before retiring. It’ll pick the body up!” (2528-4) Duration of application varied widely; for the majority of cases, as mentioned earlier, from thirty seconds to several minutes. Because the devices sold today can overheat due to high resistance, avoid overuse and turn off the device before ten minutes. It is advised that one begin with a short session, then gradually increase with each use, if that seems necessary and beneficial. Frequency also varied, suggesting a wide range from daily treatments, then leveling off to several days a week, to several times a month. One woman, who was to use the appliance alongside her spine, was told: “This should be applied until there is the feeling of the whole internal forces being electrified.” (264-11) Another woman, after her second series of adjustments, was to use the violet ray “any time after that when there is the feeling of tiredness or languidness.” (1584-1) Precautions Contrary to some written instructions,
no mention is made in the readings of any oil or lubricant
that is necessary to be
put on the skin prior
to using the violet ray.
The one exception
was a reading for an
asthmatic, arthritic
sixty-three-year-old
woman who was
treated several years
later at the Cayce
Hospital. In her second reading the following
exchange took place: Since sometimes a massage was given just before the violet ray, implying that the skin would be moist, Cayce in one instance gave this instruction: “…we would massage the body
thoroughly with an equal combination
of Mutton Suet, Spirits of Turpentine
and Spirits of Camphor. Massage what
the body will absorb, but do not have
the body too damp from the properties
when the violet ray (bulb applicator) is
applied. Rub off the body rather dry, but
let the properties be massaged into the
body, or be in the skin when the violet
ray is applied; for it will drive same more
into those areas where there have been A number of other precautionary measures are mentioned throughout the readings, such as not using the violet ray on the same day that one is taking Atomidine or “during the times [when] the [spinal] adjustments are being taken!” (1584-1) One individual asked if “the yoga practice of Kriya [is] causing any ill effects”; she was told that “this is very well…for these exercises have a stimulating effect. However, do not use these during the period the Violet Ray is used, for that week!” (813-2) Medicines and drugs were noted in this excerpt: “Do not take medicinal properties while these [vibrations] are being applied, see? either the osteopathic forces or the electrical treatments! Take no drugs.” (4843-1) Alcohol is also to be avoided. “Do not use in the system during the treatments…with the violet ray—for these are detrimental, and would burn tissue, with this in system.” (5525-1) even inhaling the brandy fumes from a charred oak keg might cause irritations to the body if used in conjunction with the violet ray. Some individuals were told not to use the violet ray until they had established a better cleansing and elimination process in their systems. One woman was told “not [to] use the violet ray through the hot weather.” (3450-2) another reading explained: “When the body gets the sunshine it is not necessary for so much of the violet ray.” (325-58) also, “…if the X-ray flashes are used we would not use the violet ray…leave off the machine while the X-ray treatments are being given!” (325-64) Though not mentioned in the readings because of modern medical procedures, persons with pacemakers should not operate the device or receive a treatment, and those with lens implants are advised not to use the eye applicator on their eyelids. Concluding Remarks from the Readings Several aspects of the violet ray noted in the readings include its strengthening effect on the body, enlivening the nervous system, “cleansing the blood stream itself” (2193-1), and consequently bringing the body into better balance. This balance was noted in a comment inserted in one reading: after regular use of the violet ray, Mrs. [2790]’s “glandular swelling was reduced and [a] goiter did not develop.” (2790-5) In another reading cayce seemed to equate electricity with the life force itself: “Then…have a stimuli of the very low form of electrical forces, or added life as it were.” (1678-1) These comments, almost inserted as an afterthought, have profound meaning, inviting further contemplation. A final comment, referring to use of the violet ray, could well apply to any treatment: “Do not make the application in a way, however, that it is just something to be gotten through with, or rid of, but do it with the intent and the expectation that it is to be a helpful experience for the body; and it will!” (2415-2) Copyright Venture Inward Magazine |
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