Kick-Boxing Granny Wants Bruise Remedy

Some people bruise easier than others. This granny engages in an unusually vigorous sport. It’s hardly surprising that she needs a bruise remedy!

Q. I am a 70-year-old very healthy woman (still doing kick boxing and aerobics). However, I sustain very ugly bruises, especially on my hands and arms.

I take Cozaar, verapamil and Estratab. I also take rutin, which is supposed to help the bruising though it does not seem to make much difference. Do you have any suggestions?

A. We are impressed with your activity. If you are blocking a partner’s kicks with your hands and arms, are you wearing protective pads? That might be the first step to take to prevent bruises.

The next step is to talk with your doctor. The blood pressure pill verapamil can occasionally cause bruising all by itself. Ask if a different medication would be appropriate for your blood pressure control.

Other helpful non-drug approaches to bruising include applying ice shortly after impact. Some people insist that castor oil applied to the area can prevent a bruise. Here is a story to check out about this remedy. Want more? Check this one.

We have also heard that “medicinal turpentine” works for bruised fingers. Story and comments here.

Some people also recommend arnica for bruises.

A Dermatologist Recommends a Bruise Remedy with Arnica:

This reader has a similar problem without the kick boxing:

Q. I have noticed that my forearms bruise very easily, even if I don’t remember bumping anything. I just saw my dermatologist and he recommended DerMend Moisturizing Bruise Formula. He said it helps some, but not all, patients with my problem. Is there anything in it that might be helpful?

A. There are multiple ingredients including arnica, which has a reputation for helping bruises heal (Plants, Nov. 4, 2024). It may be worth a try to see if it works for you.

To real more about using arnica as a bruise remedy, please visit our herb library.

What Do You Use As a Bruise Remedy?

Do you ever find that your skin bruises easily? If so, have you ever found something that works as a bruise remedy? We would love to get your suggestions in the comment section below. Thank you for sharing your remedies.