Arnica
Arnica
Arnica (Arnica Montana) has been used extensively in European
folk medicine. Arnica flower and root have been used as a pain
reliever, expectorant, and stimulant. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
(1749 - 1832), the German philosopher and poet, drank Arnica tea
to ease his angina in old age. Internal use is extremely risky
and is not recommended. In countries where arnica is indigenous,
it has long been a popular remedy for a variety of problems.
Arnica is remedy for Bruises Sprains Muscle pain or joint
inflammation Chilblains, when skin in unbroken
Arnica improves the local blood supply and speeds the healing
process. Arnica soothes and heals skin wounds and irritations.
Repeated applications may produce sever inflammation. Most often
an ointment or compress is used for external application.