Suggestions on PREVENTING, SOOTHING, RELIEVING Bruises etc..

jvks1mom started this discussion · 2/12/2010

I think it would be helpful if we all shared our methods of Preventing, Soothing and Relieving Bruises, Rope Burn and Muscle aches and pains. Someone suggested Arnica Gel and Tablets, Witch Hazel and of course Epsom Salt Baths. Oh also, was told to apply an ice pack immediately to a bruise and then putting Arnica Gel on it. Anybody else have anything that REALLY work for them??? Alti

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Audball · 2/12/2010
I heard about those but am yet to implement them as i'm too forgetful! I heard that rubbing a bruise wen you get it is supposed to stop it becoming so pronounced colour wise, as it will disperse the blood. But I know that that's the last thing you want to do with a fresh bruise!! Looking forward to seeing what people suggest about this one!
suncatcher · 2/12/2010
Arnica cream or gel will help heal bruises faster with the color as well as soreness.I always keep some in my home as I bruise very easy, especially if you are low in iron.
jvks1mom · 2/12/2010
Suncatcher I too bruise easily but like Audball I forget to put on the Arnica gel.
RoxyPink · 2/12/2010
I use arnica tabs and gel, epsom salt etc...but two things that people tend to forget is 1. staying hydrated and 2. eating right...both of these help prevent and heal bruises and aches too! 😀 Eating some protein w/complex carbs after working out helps your body rebuild/repair! Oh and adequate rest...which is easier said than done sometimes 😂
chemgoddess1 · 2/12/2010
Arnica for bruising. For those that live outside of the US, Diclac Lipogel is wonderful for aches and muscle soreness. And there is nothing like a good massage when I am really hurting. I go to someone who specializes in sports therapy or deep tissue massage. We just got our hot tub set up and I notice a huge difference in soreness if I get in after working out or if I don't. But that may have to do with the weather also, seeing as my back is constantly tensed from being cold.
halfjack · 2/15/2010
Arnica is AMAZING, i bruuse like a peach...so easily, and arnica really does help.