Clay: apply cold clay poultice 1/2 to 1 inch thick. Leave on up to 2 hours or less. Continue applications until pain and bruising disappears.
Foods: cabbage leaves used as poultices. Apple cider vinegar compresses to reduce swelling and bruises. Raw or roasted onions have exceptional drawing power. Black and blue marks – make a poultice of raw grated potatoes apply to any bruises, leave it in place for at least 1 hour.
Herbs: crushed agrimony roots and leaves may be used. Arnica is a remarkable bruise remedy. Comfrey, used in compresses or as a poultice is an exceptional healing antibruise herb. Mullein oil and yarrow ointment can also be used to heal bruises.
Spice: mustard plaster is an old-fashioned remedy. Mash the leaves and stems from the mustard plant to a pulp. Coat the surface of the skin with lard before the pulp is applied and bind with some gauze and tape. Keep the plaster on for several hours or overnight for best results. Can also be used in treating asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, sciatica, gout, sprai sores, boils and the common cold.
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