Several types of topical applications are usually recommended to speed healing and to reduce the pain associated with bruises.
Vitamin K cream can be applied directly to the site of injury.
Astringent herbs such as witch hazel, Hamamelis virginiana, can be used. This will tighten the tissues and therefore diminish the bruising.
The homeopathic remedy, Arnica montana, can be applied as a cream or gel to unbroken skin.
Oral homeopathic remedies may reduce bruising, pain, and swelling as well.
Arnica montana, at 30 ml (1 oz), taken one to two times per day is highly recommended. For ledum, 30 ml (1 oz) one to two times per day is also useful.
