healing bruises

Arnica Montana

I bruise easily and have very sensitive skin and it works like a charm. Typically bruises remain purple/blue on my skin for 5-7 days and arnica gel lessens the appearance of the bruise within a day. It also helps keep pain down. I've use it for small bruises on my legs and arms and have used it for major bruising from surgery and being hit in the face with a softball (applying ice immediately and arnica within hours I never bruised and the pain was minimal).

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Most people have bruises for extended periods due to poor blood supply.  It could be from a low iron level or just the amount of damage you did to the area.  Heat can increase the blood flow and help it heal quicker.