Arnica for help to relieve Muscle Soreness, Strains & Others

Arnica is a member of the sunflower family and has been used as a topical cream, ointment, or salve to ease pain for centuries. Athletes use it to relieve muscle soreness and strains, and it significantly reduces bruising. It's also used to reduce the swelling and pain of arthritic joints. A randomized, double-blind 2007 study found that arnica gel alleviated the pain of osteoarthritis of the hand as effectively as ibuprofen. Another study found that using arnica gel twice daily for up to six weeks significantly reduced pain and stiffness in arthritic knees.