Let's find out what theArnica, its history, its properties as a natural anti-inflammatory and analgesic useful in the treatment of muscle pain, trauma and inflammation.
Arnica: classification
Arnica (scientific name: Arnica montana L.) it's a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It can grow up to 60cm and has an erect, hairy stem. Its yellow-orange flowers have "disheveled" petals with a pleasant aromatic smell.
It grows in the meadows of mountain and alpine areas, at least 1000 m high.
In Italy it is located in the Trentino Alps, in the Stelvio National Park, in the Val di Fassa, in the Dolomites and in the Emilian Apennines. Arnica also grows in different regions ofcentral Europein Siberia and in the temperate areas of the North America.
It is quite a plant intolerant to heat and for this reason it will hardly be seen blooming on the terraces or in the garden of some apartment in the city. Loves wet mountain meadows, pastures and high moors.
Her flowers they are harvested in the summer months and are the part used in phytotherapy and herbal medicine. They contain i active principles which give it its well-known anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, pain-relieving properties and have a stimulating effect on the circulation.
Arnica: a little history
Its name derives from the Greek "ptarmica" which means sneeze / sneeze due to its roots and the flowers that have a side effect.
It was unknown to the ancients as it only grows in the mountains. Its virtues as a natural remedy will be discussed for the first time in the "On a tree”Of Santa Ildegarda (1098-1179), a Benedictine nun which indicated its use for the treatment of bruises and bruises.
It will have to wait until 150 for Arnica to be mentioned in medical texts since German physician and naturalist Theodorus Jacobus Von Bergzabern, who described its pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties.
Its characteristics have long been appreciated only by mountain populations, who considered it the remedy par excellence for traumas and fractures. Popularly it is also known by the name of "mountain tobacco”Because the mountaineers smoked its leaves like tobacco.
The particular anti-inflammatory and analgesic qualities of this plant have also been demonstrated through several Scientific studies. Among these stands out that of a team of Italian researchers from the Department of Medicine of the University of Verona who in their "Arnica montana stimulates extracellular matrix gene expression in a macrophage cell line differentiated to wound-healing phenotype”Not only confirmed the healing abilities of trauma, but also deepened the mechanism of action at the cellular level of Arnica.
Arnica: benefits and uses
Arnica is a plant with known anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving and antiseptic properties. Useful in the treatment of muscle pain, trauma e inflammation, is used in preparations of different forms: tablets, creams, ointments, gels, sprays.
In addition to relieving pain, it promotes healing of wounds, it helps to decrease swelling e irritations and to the reabsorption of bruises ed hematomas.
It is useful for those who practice sport and for those who suffer from chronic pains, in case of sprains, sprains and bruises.
It is also a valid help to take care of our health four-legged friends. Also for dogs, cats and horses, products that contain Arnica can relieve muscle pain, arthritic pain or pain caused by physical exertion.
There are numerous products based on Arnica on the market and it seems that the market has given rise to a sort of competition between the percentages of the extract of this plant present in the formulations. For further information READ HERE.
Union BIO recommends
For over 20 years, the scientific and working community of Union BIO has dedicated i results of studies and research in the field of phytotherapy by formulating safe and effective products.
In our laboratories a constant updating guides us in the formulation of the products, but above all in the synergy between ingredients of plant origin enhanced by our exclusive MATRIX UB®, registered trademark, extract of the olive tree, fruit of Union BIO scientific research, which strengthens and consolidates the properties of the formulations.
Within our lines Dog Cat, Horse e Human, we offer various Arnica-based products, formulated for our well-being and that of our animal friends.
TRAUMA DOG
Il pain it represents a highly frustrating condition for any individual, even more so for the animal that does not have the opportunity to express itself. In the presence of pain, the animal usually shows changes in behavior, posture, irritability and, in more advanced stages, apathy and inappetence. The elimination of this negative stimulus is essential to ensure the state of well-being of our dog.
TRAUMA DOG it is an adjuvant in relieving pain caused by bruises, muscle inflammation, arthritis or surgery and promotes the reabsorption of edema and hematomas. In case of persistent pain, a visit to the vet is always recommended.
EQUITRAUMA and TRAUMA PLUS
After physical exertion it is always good to help the horse to do a good one cool down and to do this we can make use of massages with Arnica-based products. EQUITRAUMA e TRAUMA MORE - the latter is enriched with the presence of Devil's Claw, doping and therefore not to be used before a competition - they are formulated in gels rich in active ingredients with anti-inflammatory action that can be used before and after work to reduce the accumulation of lactic acid and facilitate muscle cooling.
Following a trauma suffered by the horse, a hematoma which causes swelling, pain and loss of function of the affected part. Our gels are also useful in these cases and to support the well-being of working, elderly, trekking horses, for hippotherapy and whenever you want to give relief.
ARNICA HELP 99
Daily life subjects us to minor traumas, bruises, muscle tears and chronic discomfort. The use of ARNICA HELP99, thanks to the synergy between the active ingredients of Arnica e Devil's claw, combined with the soothing and anti-inflammatory properties ofAcacia and strengthened byolive plant extract the result of Union BIO scientific research, it provides immediate relief in the affected areas of the body.
Particularly suitable for Sports and for those who suffer from chronic discomfort, the gel, applied through a massage, has a refreshing and soothing action and gives an immediate feeling of well-being. Formulated and controlled in the laboratory, with ingredients of vegetable origin, it does not contain petroleum derivatives, dyes, PEG, SLS, SLES and is dermatologically tested.
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