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Snake-StonesSnake-Stones or Black-Stones are used to treat snake bites in many parts of the world. Additional recommended knowledge
Black Stone / la Pierre NoireBlack Stone, also known as "the viper's stone, the black stone, der schwarze Stein, la pierre noire, la piedrita negra."[1] or "serpent-stone"[2] is used as a treatment for snake bite in Africa, South America and Asia.[3][4] Although called a stone, it is made from animal bones.[5][6] Black stone is still widely used[7] and promoted.[1][8] Description of useThere are differing accounts of how to use a black stone. Dr. Linnea Smith reports that in Peru, "It [black stone] is to be applied to the site of a poisonous snakebite and tied firmly in place. It is left there for several days, during which time it supposedly draws the venom from the wound. Once the poison is all removed, the ‘stone’ loosens of its own accord and falls off."[9] Making a black stoneThe steps suggested in this leaflet[8] are:
Views on snakestones expressed in scientific studies
Medical policyAn International Labour Organization technical workshop stated that "Local medicine, for instance black stone for snake bites, should be provided to those working in the plantations."[12] In Peru, Dr. Linnea Smith reports that "despite the fact that the state nursing course book admits that no evidence has ever been produced to document the effectiveness of the black stone, each student is required to make ... one ... as a part of the first aid module."[9] Snake-StonesSnake-Stones are usually taken from the head of the snake but have been said to be extracted from the tail as well. ArabicArab writer Kazwini describes the snake stone as being the size of a small nut.[citation needed] An injury inflected by a venomous creature is to be immersed in warm water or sour milk, the snake stone is then dropped into the liquid which immediately draws out the poison. Categories: Antidotes | Detoxification methods |
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