Psychic surgery

Psychic Surgery is a pseudoscientific medical practice where practitioners claim to perform surgery with their bare hands and remove pathological matter without any incisions. It is primarily practiced in Brazil and the Philippines.

History

Psychic surgery originated in the mid-20th century in the Philippines and Brazil. It gained popularity due to the claims of miraculous healings without the use of surgical instruments or anesthesia.

Procedure

The procedure of psychic surgery involves the practitioner appearing to insert their bare hands into the patient's body to remove pathological matter, supposedly without causing pain, incisions, or subsequent infection. The practice is often associated with faith healing and is performed during a religious service.

Criticism and Controversy

Psychic surgery has been widely criticized by the medical community. The American Cancer Society and the Federal Trade Commission have both declared psychic surgery to be a hoax. There is no scientific evidence that psychic surgery can cure cancer or other diseases.

Legal Status

In the United States, the practice of psychic surgery is considered fraudulent and illegal. In the Philippines, however, it is legal but highly controversial.

See Also

• Faith healing
• Pseudoscience
• Alternative medicine

References

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  James Randi demonstrating 'psychic surgery' on ITV series "James Randi, Psychic Investigator"