Arnica – a homoeopath’s best friend

As a firm lover and constant user of Arnica, I always say that if you only use one homoeopathic remedy in your life, please make it this. I believe all handbags and first aid kits should carry it. I have prescribed arnica to hundreds of people over the years for various injuries and traumas.

Arnica is a homoeopathic remedy that is probably the most used and heard of, and is used widely all over the world. Just go into a health food shop or even a chemist and you will find arnica in oral, cream and even spray form - it is undoubtedly the Number 1 Best-selling homoeopathic medicine in the world.

If you are sceptical about homoeopathy, why not try it out for yourself? Millions of people are now convinced of the benefits of homoeopathy after using arnica. The next time you have the misfortune to suffer any of the symptoms below, try arnica and discover the amazing benefits for yourself.

In German, the translation for arnica is very appropriate. It is called ‘Fall Kraut’ or ‘falling herb’, which really illustrates its main action. Bear in mind that although homoeopathy is so widely used in India alongside allopathic medicine in hospitals, medical centres and every street corner, many people do not realise that Germany is the country that homoeopathy actually originates from.

Arnica belongs to the sunflower family, and has been used for centuries to relieve bruises, sore muscles and stiffness. It is best used in the homeopathic form orally or as

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a gel or cream. In this form there are no side effects as homoeopathic remedies use minute amounts of the substance and by a process of succussion and potentisation, release its healing properties. The flower or herbal form may cause irritation of the skin or gastric side effects, if imbibed in large amounts.

Uses of arnica

Even though homoeopathic selection of remedies is very specific, I would say arnica is almost an exception to the rule. It is exceptional for injuries, falls and accidents of all sorts. Arnica accelerates healing and reduces pain in all physical injuries.

Bruising

This is a must have for people with children, especially young ones who are forever falling over or bumping themselves. Use arnica and watch lumps and bumps go down and almost disappear before your eyes. The bruising and swelling only happens to a much smaller extent than expected. I have witnessed this myself a number of times.

Bleeding

Arnica is very useful in any bleeding situation, from cuts to nose bleeds. Use

Problems

arnica and there is usually a marked slow down in the bleeding.

Aching muscles/ muscle overuse

This happens when a person exercises too much or does gardening, lifting etc. As a result of unexpected stress, the muscles of the affected part are achy or sore. A good strategy is to take arnica when you know there has been an overdose of activity.

Physical shock, trauma

Arnica is especially helpful after the classic shock response that follows an accident or severe emotional upset or trauma.

Head injury

Arnica reduces the risk of complications like concussion following a blow to the head, and reduces pain and swelling.

Eye injury

Great for those black eye situations!

After childbirth

Arnica speeds up the healing of bruised and swollen tissue and will reduce recovery times dramatically. It also reduces the amount of pain killers required. This was one of my first introductions to the magic of homoeopathy. I experienced one birth pre-homoeopathy, and two births subsequently with arnica as support. The recovery was so much better, despite having deep episiotomies each time.

Exhaustion

Take arnica when sleep is in short supply and you have to keep going. Of course it’s cheating, and you will have to rest later Tour de France cyclists swear by it and so do women in labour. Ideal for when you’ve got to do what you’ve got to do!

Dental work / operations

It is recommended before and after operations and dental work. Due to these procedures the muscles are usually stretched, moved around and cut.

Jet lag

Take arnica for that second wind and you can keep awake long enough to get onto local time. According to a Swiss research study of 204 people with osteoarthritis in the fingers, arnica gel was found to be similar in effect at relieving painful, inflamed and swollen joints as 5% Ibuprofen. That’s a great alternative as some people find they are sensitive to Ibuprofen.

Remember to get effective results you must use Arnica appropriately. The best way to do this is to talk to well qualified homoeopath. The Australian Register of Homoeopaths (AROH) has a listing which is recognised by health funds in Australia. (aroh.com.au) Talk to your homoeopath on how often to repeat dosage and on using the appropriate potency.

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