Arnica montana (Arnica) Arnica is a plant that grows high up in mountain slopes where one could easily get injured in the steep terrain. Hence, Arnica is an excellent treatment for trauma, Arnica is the medicine needed most often in my active household, and it works without any side effects. Arnica is the only remedy that I use routinely during birth, as well as during the post-partum period. I also use it for newborns who are bruised after birth. Arnica has no contraindications, and is safe for newborns and nursing mothers.

Arnica can be used topically (Traumeel Ointment, Arnicare Gel) or taken orally.