Desy Posted July 3, 2013 Share Posted July 3, 2013 Hello folks just wondering if anyone can convince of the wonders of arnica gel lol,my partner talks about like it a miracle gel, my foot gets badly swollen and she keeps telling me to use it either to soak my feet in it or rub it in. Well I'm a just not convinced so just wondering what you guys think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Mario Posted July 4, 2013 Share Posted July 4, 2013 (edited) As far as I know Arnica is used to reduce bruising. Do a web search on it for more information. http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-721-arnica.aspx?activeIngredientId=721&activeIngredientName=arnica Edited July 4, 2013 by penny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gill C Posted July 4, 2013 Share Posted July 4, 2013 yep I agree with Penny, Arnica for bruising. I took arnica (pillules) after having Nath & also put them in my bath. I healed pretty quick & without any problems. It may help with the swelling but not sure it will do much else for you. Def google & see what the internet has to say. Personally I don't think it is a miracle cure but it does help bruising to come out & then heal a wee bit quicker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheezo Posted July 4, 2013 Share Posted July 4, 2013 It definately helps with bruising Desy even if your not convinced there is no harm in trying it out is there- it will either work or it wont- i hope it does Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Mario Posted July 4, 2013 Share Posted July 4, 2013 Just a word of warning, please make sure that it is compatable with any medication you take. Although it is topical it can have an adverse affect with some meds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desy Posted July 4, 2013 Author Share Posted July 4, 2013 Cheers folks, say may be right seems to be good stuff and if widely used by professional athletes for muscle pain and inflammation according to a few websites, well hey surly cheaper than buying 5 new pairs of shoes lol Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted July 4, 2013 Share Posted July 4, 2013 Definitely helps with bruising and for that its fabby both the cream & the gel... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daffodil Posted July 4, 2013 Share Posted July 4, 2013 Desy, I use arnica all the time for all the family for bumps and bruises and my family rubbed it on my poor arms for all the bruises from all the cannula's etc which helped. My hubbie who runs a lot uses a Arnica oil rub for sore muscles by Weleda, that's very good. Best thing I've found for swollen feet though is cool water, some Epsom salts and a drop of lavender oil, it cools and soothes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desy Posted July 4, 2013 Author Share Posted July 4, 2013 Yup it is a miracle gel, well at least when your 3 year old daughter washes down your foot with a baby wipe then gently rubs in the arnica Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juliette Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 Hi Desy, We use Arnica a lot here - is fabulous for bruises and may help swelling. Definitely doesn't hurt to try!! I & my physio used it a lot when I had an ACL operation - worked wonders for me with the bruising & swelling. Also had acupuncture which was amazing at getting blood flowing properly which reduced swelling for me - not to be done at home unless qualified though!!! We also use arnica pillules (tiny pills in small single pill release bottle) for mouth ulcers/sore teeth - first prescribed by our dentist (who's trained in complimentary medicine as well) when my youngest was almost 2 and fell and knocked one of her teeth back - was very wobbly. But after 2 weeks of tablets & no pressure on tooth from bottles/sippy cups & crunchy food it settled back and is still firmly in place almost 4 years later! Hope it works for you, Take care Juliette Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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