Arnica

Arnica (lat. arnica montana) is used in natural medicine  for relaxing the muscles after physical effort or during sporting activities, in cases of  muscle ache bruises, strains, contusions, swellings, sprains, haematomae, varicose veins, accident-induced shock, cold-sores/fever blisters and acne.

Method of Application: treatment of the affected parts by the massaging-in of arnica in ointment form, or by the application of arnica-treated bandages. When the complaint is no longer acute, longer-term treatment may continue with arnica creams or lotions. A general tip for good relaxation is to massage arnica products into the muscles after every physical strain and exercise!