Arnica montana is a herbal and herbal remedy with an anti-inflammatory action used in the treatment of bruises, traumas and muscle and joint pains : can arnica also be useful for menstrual pain ? Let's see it together.

Arnica montana: what it is, how and when to use it

Arnica montana is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family that produces yellow-orange solitary flowers.

The arnica drug is represented precisely by the flowers that contain flavonoids, sesquiterpene lactones and essential oil .

Arnica flowers have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties and are used in the production of dyes, infusions, ointments and oils.

These products are used exclusively externally for the treatment of bruises, bruises, strains, bruises and edemas due to surgical operations or traumas.

Also for external use, arnica-based products are indicated for rheumatic pains affecting the muscles and joints.

Finally, arnica can be used externally in case of inflammation of the mouth and skin, including furunculosis and insect bites.

In susceptible individuals, arnica can give skin irritation and dermatitis. Its use is contraindicated in case of allergies to Asteraceae.

Arnica is a rare and protected species and it is necessary to inquire about any prohibitions or limitations related to the collection.

Arnica montana for menstrual pains

Arnica montana has an anti-inflammatory action and this could make it a useful remedy against menstrual pain.

Since the arnica should only be used externally, it could be effective in the massage of the belly and the lumbar area during the menstrual cycle .

Arnica however does not have specific indications in the treatment of menstrual pain. In fact, against menstrual pain, drugs with spasmolytic action are much more effective, which calm the spasms of the uterus that occur during menstruation and cause pain.

The most suitable spasmolytic drugs, to be taken in the form of herbal tea, are:

> the yarrow;

> chamomile;

> the lemon balm;

> the cimifuga;

> cumin;

> marjoram.

These plants can be associated with other anti-inflammatory activities, such as calendula and hollyweed, to be added to the herbal tea if necessary.

As an adjunct to herbal tea, it is then possible to massage the belly and the lumbar area with an arnica-based ointment, to reduce the inflammation that often affects these areas during menstruation.