Arnica and Calendula – Injury
Arnica and Hypericum – Injury
Arnica and Nat Sulph – Injury
Arnica and Rhus Tox – Injury
Arnica and Ruta – Injury
Arnica and Baptisia – Typhoid Fever
Arnica and Bellis Perennis – Injury
Arnica and Calendula – Injury
Action of the Drug
- Arnica – Anti‑inflammatory, antiphlogistic, antiseptic.
- Calendula – Antifungal, antibacterial, anti‑inflammatory.
Functional Changes
- Arnica – Reduces inflammation and swelling.
- Calendula – Promotes wound healing and tissue repair.
Pathological Tendencies
- Arnica – Diminishes pain and inflammation after trauma.
- Calendula – Prevents infection; encourages healthy granulation tissue.
Characteristic Symptoms
- Arnica – Pain, stiffness, swelling at injury site.
- Calendula – Redness, swelling, discharge from wounds.
Modalities (Better / Worse)
- Arnica – Worse from touch, movement, cold.
- Calendula – Better from rest, cold applications.
One‑line Summary of System Picture
- Combined Arnica + Calendula reduces inflammation, speeds wound healing, and guards against infection after injury.
Arnica and Hypericum – Injury
| Feature | Arnica | Hypericum |
|---|---|---|
| Action | Anti‑inflammatory | Antiphlogistic, analgesic (especially nerve pain) |
| Functional changes | Reduces swelling | Relieves sharp, shooting nerve pain |
| Pathological tendencies | Diminishes pain & inflammation | Aids healing of nerve injuries |
| Key symptoms | Pain, stiffness, swelling | Sharp, shooting pains in nerves |
| Modalities | Worse from touch, movement, cold | Worse from cold, better from warmth |
| Remedy essence | Reduces inflammation & pain | Relieves nerve pain & promotes healing |
Arnica and Nat Sulph – Injury
Action of the Drug
- Arnica – Anti‑inflammatory, antiphlogistic.
- Nat Sulph – Anti‑inflammatory, antiseptic.
Functional Changes
- Arnica – Lessens inflammation & swelling.
- Nat Sulph – Reduces pain & inflammation; deters infection.
Pathological Tendencies
- Arnica – Controls post‑injury pain & inflammation.
- Nat Sulph – Prevents infection; supports healthy tissue.
Characteristic Symptoms
- Arnica – Pain, stiffness, swelling after trauma.
- Nat Sulph – Pain especially in joints & muscles.
Modalities (Better / Worse)
- Arnica – Worse from touch, movement, cold.
- Nat Sulph – Worse from cold, damp weather.
One‑line Summary of System Picture
- Arnica + Nat Sulph together curb inflammation, ease pain, and protect against infection in injuries.
Arnica and Rhus Tox – Injury
| Feature | Arnica | Rhus Tox |
|---|---|---|
| Action | Anti‑inflammatory | Anti‑inflammatory, antiphlogistic |
| Functional changes | Reduces swelling | Relieves stiffness, improves mobility |
| Pathological tendencies | Diminishes pain & inflammation | Aids healing of musculoskeletal injuries |
| Key symptoms | Pain, stiffness, swelling | Morning stiffness, better with movement |
| Modalities | Worse from touch, movement, cold | Better from movement, warmth |
| Remedy essence | Reduces inflammation & pain | Relieves stiffness, enhances mobility |
Arnica and Ruta – Injury
Action of the Drug
- Arnica – Anti‑inflammatory, antiphlogistic.
- Ruta – Anti‑inflammatory, antispasmodic.
Functional Changes
- Arnica – Decreases inflammation & swelling.
- Ruta – Lessens pain & stiffness, especially in tendons.
Pathological Tendencies
- Arnica – Controls post‑injury pain & inflammation.
- Ruta – Prevents bruising; promotes healthy tissue repair.
Characteristic Symptoms
- Arnica – Pain, stiffness, swelling after injury.
- Ruta – Pain in muscles & tendons; bruising tendency.
Modalities (Better / Worse)
- Arnica – Worse from touch, movement, cold.
- Ruta – Worse from cold; better from rest.
One‑line Summary of System Picture
- Arnica + Ruta together lessen inflammation, pain, and stiffness while preventing bruising after injury.
Arnica and Baptisia – Typhoid Fever
Action of the Drug
- Arnica – Anti‑inflammatory.
- Baptisia – Antiseptic, antibacterial.
Functional Changes
- Arnica – Reduces inflammation.
- Baptisia – Lowers fever, combats infection.
Pathological Tendencies
- Arnica – Controls pain & inflammation.
- Baptisia – Prevents septic complications; supports tissue health.
Characteristic Symptoms
- Arnica – Pain, stiffness, swelling.
- Baptisia – High fever, headache, body ache.
Modalities (Better / Worse)
- Arnica – Worse from touch, movement, cold.
- Baptisia – Worse from heat; better from cold.
One‑line Summary of System Picture
- Arnica + Baptisia together curb inflammation, reduce fever, and guard against infection in typhoid fever.
Arnica and Bellis Perennis – Injury
| Feature | Arnica | Bellis Perennis |
|---|---|---|
| Action | Anti‑inflammatory | Anti‑inflammatory, antiphlogistic |
| Functional changes | Reduces inflammation | Heals breast & skin injuries |
| Pathological tendencies | Diminishes pain & inflammation | Promotes healing of breast & skin trauma |
| Key symptoms | Pain, stiffness, swelling | Pain in breast & skin injuries |
| Modalities | Worse from touch, movement, cold | Worse from cold; better from rest |
| Remedy essence | Reduces inflammation & pain | Heals breast & skin injuries |
Drug Picture – Arnica Montana
Introduction
- Homeopathic remedy derived from the fresh herb Arnica montana.
Sphere of Action
- Musculoskeletal system, skin, and wound‑healing processes.
Clinical Features
- Pain, stiffness, swelling, bruising after trauma or over‑exertion.
Pathology
- Acute inflammation, hemorrhagic swelling, and tissue congestion.
Physical Makeup / Constitution
- Fair‑skinned, often bruises easily; aversion to cold; feels better with rest.
Characteristic Symptoms
- Throbbing pain aggravated by touch, motion, and cold; bruised appearance; feeling of “being crushed.”
Guiding Symptoms
- Pain worse from slightest pressure; relief with warmth and rest; marked improvement with fresh air.
Ailments From
- Injuries, sprains, strains, contusions, post‑surgical soreness, over‑exertion.
Modalities (Worse / Better)
- Worse: Touch, movement, cold, pressure.
- Better: Rest, warmth, fresh air, gentle motion after the initial stage.
Generalities
- Ideal for the early stage of injury when inflammation dominates; also useful for postoperative pain and bruising.
Comparisons / Relationships
| Remedy | Relationship |
|---|---|
| Hypericum | Complements Arnica for nerve‑related shooting pains. |
| Rhus Tox | Shares anti‑inflammatory action; Rhus adds relief of stiffness that improves with motion. |
| Ruta | Both reduce bruising; Ruta adds antispasmodic effect on tendons. |
| Calendula | Calendula extends Arnica’s action to promote granulation and prevent infection. |
| Baptisia | Baptisia adds antiseptic strength, useful in septic or febrile conditions. |
| Bellis Perennis | Bellis focuses on breast and skin injuries, complementing Arnica’s general trauma picture. |
Keynote Keywords
- Pain, stiffness, swelling, bruising, inflammation, trauma, over‑exertion, cold‑worsens, rest‑helps.