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Kathleen Pa
Posts: 626

I've seen it mentioned in several posts for carpel tunnel , bruises and pains.  I've never heard of it before,  where do you get it in the U.S.?   It sounds like something I would be interested in trying.
I would appreciate any info. Thanks.

Kathleen

thumperantiques Newcastle, Ontario
Posts: 5,643

Hi Kathleen,
     I googled this for you:

Arnica, also called wolfs bane or leopards bane, produces a yellow flower and is a member of the daisy family (compositaceae or asteraceae).
Arnica preparations have been and still are very popular as a remedy for sprains, bruises, and various swellings. Arnica is often used in homoeopathic preparations for the same indications.
The German Commission E recognizes the topical use of arnica for injuries and sequels of accidents (e.g. hematoma, sprains, contusions and edema due to fractures); rheumatic muscle and joint problems; inflammation caused by insect bites; superficial phlebitis.

     I started using it recently and quite like it.  It's a gel that comes in a tube and you rub it on the injured area for relief.  I got mine at the health food store.  I'm sure you can as well. 

                                     hugs,

                                     Brenda

SunnieOne Sunnie Bears
Ridgecrest, CA
Posts: 1,167

You can get it in Walgreens.. Dennis Shaw told me of its wonderful healing powers. He swears by it!
Sonya

Daphne Back Road Bears
Laconia, NH USA
Posts: 6,568

I found it in the 'natural food' section of my grocery store.

It doesn't work for me but I know a lot of folks who swear by it.

Bumpkin Bears Bumpkin Bears
Antwerp, Belgium
Posts: 2,190

I have grown up too knowing about arnica and also calendula creams - arnica for bruises and calendula for cuts - my Granny always used them for us.  Arnica was especially good on all my bruises when I would fall off ponies when I was little!!

Catherine
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Kathleen Pa
Posts: 626

Thanks for all the info.  I think I'll stop at Walgreens today while I'm out and pick some up.  Thanks again.

Kathleen

DebbieD Posts: 3,540

Daphne, given the chance you might try a different brand of arnica.  I've found not all gels and tablets are equal....and I think this may have to do more with my own body chemistry than the actual manufacturers  bear_flower

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