galvanism

Noun
  1. Electricity produced by chemical action (synset 111470790)
    is a type of: electricity - a physical phenomenon associated with stationary or moving electrons and protons
  2. The therapeutic application of electricity to the body (as in the treatment of various forms of paralysis) (synset 100663924)
    is a type of: therapy - (medicine) the act of caring for someone (as by medication or remedial training etc.)
    subtypes: ect, electroconvulsive therapy, electroshock, electroshock therapy - the administration of a strong electric current that passes through the brain to induce convulsions and coma
    same as: electric healing, electrical healing, electrotherapy

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