When he began his experiments with mesmerism, the topic was very controversial and early experimenters, such as John Elliotson, had been harshly criticised by the medical and scientific establishment.
Ketika ia memulai eksperimennya dengan mesmerisme, topik tersebut sangatlah kontroversial dan para peneliti awal seperti John Elliotson telah dikecam keras oleh badan ilmiah dan medis.