On Rest and Pain is a book written by John Hilton, a renowned British surgeon and anatomist, that explores the role of rest and immobilization in the treatment of accidents and surgical diseases. The book is a compilation of lectures delivered by Hilton at the Royal College of Surgeons in London in the mid-19th century.In this book, Hilton argues that rest and immobilization are essential components of the healing process in cases of injury and surgical...