Plant Remedies  Arnica

Arnica is a perennial herb, native to Central Europe. Arnica thrives in a mixture of peat and sand.

It is traditionally used externally in the treatment of sprains and strains. It is seldom used internally, because of its irritant effect on the stomach. It can also be used in low fevers and paralytic affections.

Bitter yellow crystalline, arnicine volatile oil, tannin, phulin

The tincture is traditionally used for external application to sprains, bruises and wounds, and as a paint for chillblains when the skin is unbroken.

Tincture The homoeopathic tincture, 6x has previously been used in epilepsy and the 3x before sailing and every hour for seasickness. 10 to 30 drops should be taken in water.

Pills Traditionally used for abrasions, fast relief of bruising, swelling and soft tissue injury, arnica has often been used in the homoeopathic potency of 6c or 30c.

Cream Traditionally used for abrasions, fast relief of bruising and swelling in soft tissue injuries

Great care must be exercised though, as some people are particularly sensitive to the plant and cases of poisoning have resulted from its use.