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Any of several plants, of the genus Arnica, considered to have medicinal properties, especially Arnica montana.
Examples of arnica in a Sentence
Nothing but net I've used arnica before for an injury and I have to say that the results were amazing.
However, a similar study carried out in Norway in 2003 found that arnica did reduce muscle soreness after marathon running (9 ).
However, trials of homeopathic arnica have been published.
Most clinical trials focus on the role of homeopathic arnica but more recently the use of topical herbal products has been examined.
Salves commonly include other herbal and natural ingredients, such as arnica, calendula, lavender, and glycerin.
It also provides an extra bottle of Arnica for a total of 30 bottles.
The magazine Whole Living points out that arnica's effectiveness is backed by medical research; studies suggest arnica-based treatments work as well as ibuprofen for easing the pain of osteoarthritis.
Lambs-skin (Arnica) - A small group of perennial herbs of the Daisy order, with clustered leaves and neat yellow flowers on long stems.
The homeopathic remedy arnica (Arnica montana) may be used initially for a few days, followed by ruta (Ruta graveolens) for joint-related injuries or Rhus toxicodendron for muscle-related injuries.
Homeopathic physicians may prescribe such remedies as Arnica or Symphytum to enhance healing.
Two particularly useful homeopathic remedies are arnica (Arnica montana) and symphytum (Symphytum officinalis).
The homeopathic remedy, Arnica montana, can be applied as a cream or gel to unbroken skin.
Arnica montana, at 30 ml (1 oz), taken one to two times per day is highly recommended.
Homeopathic arnica (Arnica montana) should be taken as soon as possible after the injury to help the body deal with the trauma.
Homeopathic Hypericum (Hypericum perforatum) is recommended when nerve endings are affected (especially in the fingers and toes) and Arnica (Arnica montana) is prescribed for shock.
Infused with either vitamin A, vitamin K or the plant supplement Arnica, these creams or gels are said to reduce swelling and redness while promoting the body's natural healing process.
Isobutyric acid is found in the free state in carobs (Ceratonia siliqua) and in the root of Arnica dulcis, and as an ethyl ester in croton oil.
Topricin is a homeopathic skin cream containing arnica montana, a natural anti-inflammatory herb used in homeopathic skin creams to treat muscle and joint pain.