BRUISING

 

Put arnica on quickly if you can!

Following a bruise, gentle flushing is useful to encourage blood flow through the congested region, thus removing some of the swelling. Later friction, little circular movements usually done with the knuckles, can remove the more stubborn Scar Tissue that remains. Keeping the lymph flowing so that it does not solidify is the major objective here. If you can do this the injury will not cause permanent limitation of movement.

Even so, this ‘permanence’ can be changed, it takes some serious work to break down the hardened area of tissue, but it can be done. The benefits felt are immediate and self-perpetuating. The more you move the injured part, the freer it becomes.

Note. At the time of injury, if you keep massaging gently for 15 minutes with Arnica, even a bash to the shin can be mollified, with no resulting bruising. Be persistent.

One session will make a difference, three will get you well on the way to normal movement again. Phone to book on 07017 415310. Feel free to ask questions about treatment before booking.

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