Evidence supporting the use of: Arnica (unspecified)
For the health condition: Afterbirth Pain

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Arnica (usually referring to Arnica montana) has a long history of traditional use in European herbal medicine for a variety of ailments, particularly for bruising, muscle aches, and trauma. Its use for afterbirth pain (the cramping pain experienced by women after childbirth as the uterus returns to its normal size) is primarily rooted in traditional or homeopathic practices rather than modern scientific validation. In homeopathy, highly diluted preparations of Arnica are sometimes recommended to aid recovery after childbirth, under the belief that it reduces pain and promotes healing. However, robust scientific studies specifically examining Arnica for afterbirth pain are lacking. Some general studies have explored Arnica's anti-inflammatory effects, but these do not directly address postpartum uterine cramping. Major clinical guidelines and systematic reviews do not support Arnica as a standard or evidence-based treatment for afterbirth pain. Therefore, while Arnica's use in this context is justified by tradition and anecdotal reports, there is minimal scientific evidence supporting its efficacy for this specific indication.

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