Tynanthus elegans, commonly known as "cipó-cravo" in Brazil, has a history of use in traditional South American medicine for a variety of ailments, including as a remedy to support recovery from injuries such as wounds, bruises, and inflammation. The plant is often used in folk medicine in the Amazon and Cerrado regions, with preparations typically involving decoctions or infusions of the bark or stems. Ethnobotanical surveys have documented its application for external and sometimes internal use, aimed at reducing swelling, pain, and facilitating the healing process.

However, there is a lack of robust scientific studies validating these traditional uses specifically for treating injuries. While some phytochemical analyses have identified the presence of tannins, saponins, and essential oils with potential anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, direct clinical or experimental evidence supporting efficacy for injury treatment is minimal. Most available references focus on its traditional use and on general phytochemistry, rather than on controlled studies demonstrating clear benefits in wound healing or tissue repair. Thus, the justification for using Tynanthus elegans for injuries rests largely on ethnomedicinal tradition with only preliminary phytochemical rationale and almost no direct scientific validation.