Arnica montana

English patient information. Some clinical wording may still reflect the German source text. Not for self-prescription.

Generally for recent injuries, especially injuries to the soft tissues, injuries that are accompanied by bruising. It is also effective for shock after injuries (see Aconite) or other physical ailments that occur after injuries. It is a good remedy for the effects of physical overexertion (like Rhus-t.). It is suitable as a tetanus prophylactic if it is suitable for the type of injury (this also applies to all injury remedies). The symptoms are usually improved by rest and worsened by exercise. The injured parts are sensitive to touch.

Specific indications are: contusion of the head (concussion), even if loss of consciousness occurs; Eye injury with bruising (Arn. with injuries to the tissues around the eye; nosebleeds after a blow; injuries to the genitals (with bruising); blow to the heart.

Arnica is not just an injury remedy, it also helps with many other illnesses. Indicative symptoms are, for example: The patient does not want to be touched, he is afraid if you even approach him; Despite a serious illness, he claims to be healthy; nosebleeds occur when washing the face; Nosebleeds from coughing and bleeding into the eyes when coughing (Arnica can cure whooping cough); Pain in the muscles and joints, as if sore or bruised, or as from great physical exertion.