Historical Bibliography Updated: July 14, 2026

Medicina gymnastica; or, a treatise concerning the power of exercise.

London: Knaplock, 1705.

The first English book on the power of exercise in treating disease. Fuller also recommended exercise for aid in the recovery from psychological and emotional disorders. In this he preceded Cheyne (No. 4840).

Facet Tags

Rheumatology, Rehab & Pain

Subjects

PHYSICAL MEDICINE / REHABILITATION › Exercise / Training / Fitness PHYSICAL MEDICINE / REHABILITATION › Physical Therapy Sports Medicine

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Entry Number	#1986.3
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External URL	medicina-gymnastica-or-a-treatise-concerning-the-power-of-exercise

Geographic Context

Publication place: London