Weleda Arnica Massage Balm, 200 ml

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Jalili J, Askeroglu U, Alleyne B, and Guyuron B. Herbal products that may contribute to hypertension. Plast.Reconstr.Surg 2013;131:168-173. View abstract. No authors listed. Final report on the safety assessment of Arnica montana extract and Arnica montana. Int.J.Toxicol. 2001;20:1-11. View abstract. Raschka, C and Trostel Y. [Effect of a homeopathic arnica preparation (D4) on delayed onset muscle soreness. Placebo-controlled crossover study]. MMW Fortschr Med 7-20-2006;148:35. View abstract. That means our understanding of arnica is stitched together based on what we know about its various components and how they behave. It’s an imperfect understanding, but it’s a start. Kaziro GS. Metronidazole (Flagyl) and Arnica Montana in the prevention of post-surgical complications, a comparative placebo controlled clinical trial. Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg 1984;22:42-9.. View abstract.

If you find yourself having any other concerning symptoms, you should stop using the product and reach out to a healthcare provider. Talk to your doctor Zicari D, Agneni F, Ricciotti F, and et al. Angioprotective action of Arnica 5 CH: preliminary data. Invest Ophthalmol Visual Science 1995;36:S479.Lokken, P., Straumsheim, P. A., Tveiten, D., Skjelbred, P., and Borchgrevink, C. F. Effect of homoeopathy on pain and other events after acute trauma: placebo controlled trial with bilateral oral surgery. BMJ 1995;310(6992):1439-1442. View abstract.

That’s because, in 2021, a review of studies on herbal therapies for osteoarthritis concluded that arnica gel is about as effective as topical NSAIDs for inflammation and pain relief. There’s one big caveat, though: The findings were not clinically significant. Ramelet AA, Buchheim G, Lorenz P, et al. Homeopathic Arnica in postoperative haematomas: a double-blind study. Dermatology 2000;201:347-348. View abstract. Pumpa KL, Fallon KE, Bensoussan A, Papalia S. The effects of topical Arnica on performance, pain and muscle damage after intense eccentric exercise. Eur J Sport Sci. 2014;14(3):294-300. View abstract. Chaiet SR, Marcus BC. Perioperative Arnica montana for Reduction of Ecchymosis in Rhinoplasty Surgery. Ann Plast Surg. 2015 May 7. [Epub ahead of print] View abstract. As you’ll see, when it comes to arnica, a combination of your personal medical history and the herb’s preparation determines how safe it is. What does arnica do?If you aren’t a good candidate for topical arnica for one or more of the reasons listed above, don’t despair! There are plenty of other pain relief methods (beyond traditional NSAIDs) that you can try. Liu W, Ren C, Zhang W, Liu G, Lu P. Association between dietary choline intake and diabetic retinopathy: National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2005-2008. Curr Eye Res 2022;47(2):269-276. View abstract. We know, for example, that some components of arnica are antioxidant and cytoprotective — meaning they protect your cells,” Dr. Price continues. But she notes that other components — like helenalin — are cytotoxic. Again: There’s still there’s plenty of research to do if we want to truly understand arnica’s potential. How does arnica work? Mawardi H, Ghazalh S, Shehatah A, et al. Systemic Use of Arnica Montana for the Reduction of Postsurgical Sequels following Extraction of Impacted Mandibular 3rd Molars: A Pilot Study. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2020:6725175. View abstract. If your doctor is treating you for high blood pressure, arnica is a no-go: It could make your medication less effective.

When taken by mouth: Homeopathic arnica is possibly safe. Homeopathic products often contain no active ingredient, so side effects are unlikely. It is also possibly safe to take arnica in the amounts found in food. But the Canadian government is concerned enough about its safety to prohibit its use in food.Douglas, J. A., Smallfield, B. M., Burgess, E. J., Perry, N. B., Anderson, R. E., Douglas, M. H., and Glennie, V. L. Sesquiterpene lactones in Arnica montana: a rapid analytical method and the effects of flower maturity and simulated mechanical harvesting on quality and yield. Planta Med 2004;70(2):166-170. View abstract. Kleijnen, J., Knipschild, P., and ter, Riet G. Clinical trials of homoeopathy. BMJ 2-9-1991;302(6772):316-323. View abstract. People who want something that’s a little bit more natural and holistic for pain relief can look into chiropractic care, osteopathic manipulation, physical therapy, massage, acupuncture, yoga, meditation and even psychotherapy for pain management,” Dr. Price advises. “There are all sorts of different bio-psychosocial interventions you can explore with your healthcare provider.” Allergic reaction to arnica

Zhao, L., Lee, J. Y., and Hwang, D. H. Inhibition of pattern recognition receptor-mediated inflammation by bioactive phytochemicals. Nutr Rev. 2011;69(6):310-320. View abstract.

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Adkison JD, Bauer DW, Chang T. The effect of topical arnica on muscle pain. Ann Pharmacother 2010;44:1579-84. View abstract.