Source edition
Theophrastus. Theophrasti Eresii Opera, Quae Supersunt, Omnia. Wimmer, Friedrich, editor. Paris: A.F. Didot, 1866.
Source data
Open Greek and Latin · CC BY-SA 4.0
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Summary
This work is a scientific and medical treatise that systematically investigates the physiological mechanisms, various causes, and treatments of bodily fatigue (kopos). It begins by identifying the physical areas where fatigue occurs and explaining its physiological mechanisms, such as the influx of melted substances (syntema) caused by exercise and excess moisture, while also examining its relation to external factors like insomnia and the environment. The text then demonstrates how seemingly contradictory remedies are physiologically rational, analyzing the impact of bedding, ground hardness, and the differing strains on the legs during uphill and downhill movement. Finally, the discussion explores the effects of arm swings, walking distance, and physical phenomena like nocturnal emission under fatigue, concluding with practical advice on seasonal treatments, dietary habits, and the body's moisture levels.
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