Bruise Treatment: What can I do to help deal with the pain of a bruise
A bruise is simply an injury to the tissue beneath the skin caused by a blow from an object. While the skin does not break, the blood vessels beneath it rupture. Bruises are the result of a release of blood from the capillaries into the tissue under the skin. A characteristic blue-black mark on the skin, which will eventually lighten in color as the misplaced blood is absorbed by the surrounding tissue and eliminated by the body.
Bruises typically occur as the result of an injury, which can be as simple as running into the corner of a table, or can be as traumatic as a physical attack or an automobile accident. In some cases, bruising can be an indication of an allergic reaction or a more serious underlying medical condition, so it’s important to be aware of what event is causing the bruising and seek medical attention if your bruises are not caused by physical injuries. Some medicines can interfere with normal blood clotting, which can then cause bruises to appear. Some anti-depressants, anesthetics, cortisone and even penicillin can cause bruising to appear and in these situations, it’s important to inform your medical professional of the condition so that adjustments can be made when necessary.
Because bruises are typically a condition that naturally get better over time, they are not typically treated with medical aid. Plus, it can be possible to effectively speed the natural recovery from bruises. Keeping the body’s blood circulation in good condition is one of the best way to treat bruises and to prevent future bruises. Supplements that increase circulation and good old physical exercise will ensure that the body’s natural elimination work is more quickly accomplished and the bruise will disappear more quickly.
What you do not want to do with bruises is to further aggravate the injured area. While it can be tempting, pressing on or pushing the bruised area is not effective and can result in further bruising.
Natural Treatments for Bruises
A popular home remedy for bruise relief is Arnica, which has pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties. Widely available in a variety of forms, the best form being a tincture or cream when relieving bruising. As Arnica is safe for use directly on the skin, adding a few drops of the tincture to warm water and then soaking a cloth in the mixture and wrapping the bruised area is often found an easy method of treating the bruise.
Witch hazel is a strong astringent, that also contains anti-inflammatory properties and can be helpful in healing bruises as it encourages the disbursement of the blood.
People who ‘bruise easily’ can find help by eating foods high in bioflavonoids, which protect the capillaries and help keep the capillary walls strong. Bioflavanoids are found in lemons, green peppers, broccoli and rose hips, which can be taken as a tea or supplement. For the best absorption of bioflavinoid supplements, it is recommended to take them with vitamin C, either as a secondary supplement or in juice.
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