Arnica is known to restore health. In homeopathic form it is free from side effects and is safe for children, adults, pregnant women, and seniors. Like other homeopathic medicines, Arnica has been regulated as a drug by the FDA since 1938 and manufactured according to the guidelines in the Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States.
Homeopathic Arnica has no reported drug interactions and is safe for individuals who require other medications.
Keep a supply of Arnica in your first aid kit for treating bruising or soreness associated with accidents and injuries, black eyes, muscle sprains, back strains, bone fracture, wounds with swelling, surgery (especially orthopedic and plastic surgery), dental procedures, and overexertion.
In recent years many research studies have been completed to establish the effectiveness of Homeopathic Arnica. Medical clinics and hospitals find physicians turning to Arnica to relieve the soreness and bruising that can follow accidents and surgery. Arnica relieves inflammation and bruising and speeds recovery. Experts in emergency medicine recommend it to reduce pain and mend tissues associated with traumatic injuries.
Fitness coaches rely on it to ease the soreness that comes from overexertion and muscle sprain.
Homeopathic Arnica is generally available in two forms — topical gels and creams that can be applied to the skin and medicated pellets that dissolve under the tongue. You may also find it as a liquid.
For minor, local complaints, the topical form is recommended. For more severe general symptoms, the pellet form is more effective.
Arnica Montana is a plant in the compositae or daisy family. It grows in high mountain meadows where it takes in massive amounts of sunlight and radiates a strong fragrance and bright yellow color. Mountain climbers were the first to discover its use in healing when they observed the way it helped heal accidental injuries. Over several centuries, others confirmed Arnica’s ability to heal bruises, sprains, and muscle aches. Today, physicians from over 80 countries acknowledge its effectiveness in reducing pain and swelling.
Gayle Eversole, DHom, PhD, MH, NP, ND, is a natural health educator and advocate. Celebrating 50+ years blending science and the natural healing arts. Visit: http://www.leaflady.org/
This article is for educational and informational purposes only and does not take the place of a consultation with a qualified health care professional. Always consult a physician or other qualified health care professional before taking any herbs or applying any therapies. The reader must assume full responsibility for verifying any information or therapies with a qualified physician or health care professional.
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written by ncarreon , May 16, 2010