Arnica preparations used topically promote the healing of bruises and their disappearance. This anti-bruising and healing effect of Arnica is well known form the 15 century.
What we know today-that it is helenalin, the main compound in Arnica, which is responsible for the therapeutic effects of this herb.
Animal and in vivo clinical studies have suggested that helenalin can reduce staphylococcus and clear fungal and bacterial infections when used externally.
Helenalin is a potent and selective inhibitor for human telomerase, which means that Arnica has potent but selective anti-tumor activity.
The main use of Arnica in traditional medicine was as anti-bruising remedy, anti-inflammatory help. Arnica causes reabsorption of internal bleeding in bruises and sprains, relieves pain and external inflammation. This herb can be used also on rheumatic joints and relieve pain of muscle spasm.
Arnica, used topically, promotes healing, creates warmth, stimulates circulation, moistures skin and restores vitality. And all these Arnica's properties are due to the helenalin compound.
Arnica's polysaccharides stimulate immune system and keep blood klots from forming, thus Arnica improves blood flow.
A lot of clinical studies proved the anti-bruising and anti-inflammatory effects of Arnica, making this herb a great remedy for post-operative regimens, especially in plastic surgery. Arnica's topical preparations are facilitating transport of blood and fluid accumulation through the action of subcutaneous capillaries. Repeated applications are needed throughout the day.
When using Arnica topically always remember not to place it on an open wound and never use being allergic or hypersensitive to this herb.
Arnica is generally safe when used topically and never interacts with any conventional preparations.
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