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Botanical Name: Arnica montana
Source: Trade
Origin: Poland
Arnica
- raises blood pressure, especially in the coronary arteries
- has anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory qualities that can reduce pain and swelling, improving wound healing
- stimulates blood circulation
Arnica is primarily for external use:
- as a footbath for tender feet
- for abdominal pain (hot compress)
- for arthritis
- for bruises
- for chill blains (if skin is unbroken)
- for irritation from trauma
- for muscle or cartilage pain
- for rheumatism
- for sore or painful joints
- for sprains
- for swellings
and is used as an oil, salve, tincture. Arnica works by:
- dispersing trapped, disorganized fluids from bumped and bruised tissue, joints and muscles
- stimulating the activity of white blood cells that relieve congested blood cells
- washing and cleansing wounds (very diluted)
Tincture
Arnica in herbal form is primarily restricted to topical (external) use because it can cause serious side effects when it is used internally. As a general rule Arnica should not be used internally without professional advice but is sometimes used for:
Blood Conditions
- internal bleeding in emergencies
Brain and Nervous System Conditions
- paralytic afflictions
- shock
Arnica is used homeopathically, usually in pillule form, for:
- epilepsy [6x]
- seasickness [3x]
Cardiovascular Conditions
- angina
- cardiac agent
- coronary artery disease
- senile heart
Respiratory Tract Conditions
- inflammation of the mouth and throat as a gargle
Other Conditions
Arnica Oil
Externally Arnica Oil is extremely beneficial for:
- acne
- bruises
- hair loss if rubbed on scalp (make sure there is no broken skin)
- inflammation from insect bites
- muscle aches
- rheumatic pain
- sprains
- strained or pulled muscles
- superficial phlebitis
- tendon strain
- swelling due to fractures
- wound healing (not on broken skin)
Externally
- The tincture can cause blistering and inflammation when applied so it is important to use very dilute solutions of the tincture
- Arnica should not be used on broken skin, including leg ulcers
- People who are hypersensitive or allergic to the herb should avoid it.
Prolonged use may irritate the skin, causing :
- blisters
- eczema
- peeling
- other skin conditions.
Homeopathic preparations are also used to treat:
- bruises
- sore muscles
- conditions associated with overexertion or trauma
- trauma to soft tissues
Arnica is also sometimes used:
- a compress on the stomach to relieve abdominal pains
- as a poultice
Action:
- Diaphoretic [an agent that promotes perspiration]
- Diuretic [an agent that increases the secretion and expulsion of urine]
- Emollient [an agent used externally to soften and soothe]
- Expectorant [an agent that promotes the discharge of mucous from the respiratory system]
- Stimulant [an agent that excites or quickens the activity of physiological processes]
- Vulnerary [a healing application for wounds]
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