Wounds are injuries (including cuts, scrapes, scratches, and punctured Skin) that break the Skin or other body tissues. Bruises, the term used to describe black and blue marks on the Skin due to Trauma such as a cut or blow to the body, are a common injury. When an injury causes blood vessels to Bruise, Bruises are formed due to blood getting trapped below the Skin’s surface. Unexplained Bruises that occur easily can be indicative of a blood disorder.
Minor Wounds & Bruises Treatment Actions
Minor-wounds, bruises, and grazes are part of everyday life, and the remedies listed make effective home treatments.
• Witch Hazel is a very good Astringent for minor scrapes, Bruises, and swellings, protecting and soothing the damaged area.
• Arnica can be used to relieve bruising, pain, and swelling, and it combines well with Witch Hazel.
• Aloe Vera gel (like Comfrey) is an excellent Wound cleanser and healer.
• Comfrey ointment is helpful in clearing old scars.
Note:
* Seek immediate medical attention for serious or deep Wounds, bruising, or scrapes, especially if the pain has not considerably lessened after 24 hours.
General Remedies to Cleansing Wounds
• Make a Yarrow lotion, allow to cool, and use as a wash.
• Make and apply either a Calendula lotion with 2 heaping tsp of herb to 3/4 cup (150 ml) of Water, or use the tincture neat or diluted in Water. Calendula tincture will Sting strongly, but it has a greater Anti-septic action.
• Cleanse the Wound with Aloe Vera gel and cover with a dressing soaked in gel, but change frequently.
• Apply distilled Witch Hazel to the affected area 2–3 times a day.
General Remedies to Bruises
• Herbs Arnica, Witch Hazel.
• Apply Arnica ointment to Bruises and swellings 2–3 times a day, or use distilled Witch Hazel to the affected area 2–3 times a day.
Some General Remedies to Wound Healing
Wound healing is the process in which the body repairs itself after injury
