You may have heard of homeopathy and wonder if it can help you with your sports injuries. Homeopathy, has been around for 5,000 years and uses remedies that are made from natural substances which are diluted and energized numerous times. Each dilution changes the potency of the remedy and is used for different situations. Athletes use homeopathic remedies to accelerate healing from sports injuries while also supporting their emotional health.
Homeopathic remedies stimulate the body’s natural self-healing processes. Since they also influence emotional health, athletes can take homeopathic remedies to help to recover from shock from and injury, combat anxiety, worry and other emotions that can interfere with their health and athletic performance. Homeopathic remedies often come in combinations that target healing from different angles helping athletes to get back to their sports faster. They can be taken in pellet form or applied as a liquid tincture, gel or topical ointment. Homeopathic remedies are advantageous since they do not have any side effects and they don’t interfere with drug tests.
Here are some popular homeopathic remedies that are used to treat sports injuries:
Arnica is an athlete’s best friend when it comes to situations where there is bruising, shock, swelling, and pain. For rapid relief, it is best taken immediately once and injury or after trauma has occurred. Arnica can also be taken as a preventative measure prior to any extreme exertion or joint mobilization or manipulation. It is an excellent remedy for muscle pulls and strains and can be used as an external application in the form of a liquid tincture, gel or ointment.
Hypericum (St. John’s Wort) assists nerve tissues and is useful for falls or blows that affect tissues rich in nerve endings such as those in the spine, head, fingertips or coccyx. It also accelerates the healing of nerves that are damaged. Hypericum is useful in the prevention of infections where there are any cuts or puncture wounds.
Bellis (Daisy) is similar to Arnica but is used for chronic, recurrent or long-standing injuries, or those that have accrued for a long period of time. This remedy is great for repetitive strain disorders such as carpel tunnel syndrome and sprains.
Ledum (Labrador Tea) is used for arthritis and deep bruising that appears with fractures or a black eye
Rhus tox (Poison Ivy) is what you steer clear of in the forest but as a homeopathic remedy is the first thing you reach for when you sprain a ligament or joint. It works on the entire joint structure and is the perfect to use after Arnica if you have a sprain or strain. It also works well in cold damp environments and for sports arthritis resulting from prolonged wear and tear.
Ruta (Garden Rue) is used for trauma to cartilage, tendons, or periosteum and is great for joints where there are complex ligamentous attachments, like the knee, wrist, cervical spine and the lower back. It is also helpful for tendon and shoulder sprains.
Symphytum (Comfrey) is a traditional herbal remedy that accelerates the healing of fractures and for blows or injuries to the eye and the bony orbit of the eye.
One advantage of using homeopathic remedies is that combination remedies can be made just for you. While some pre-made combinations are available at the pharmacy, they are not fine-tuned dilutions for your specific physical and emotional needs and may not be entirely effective. A trained homeopath will be able to take into consideration your physical and emotional health and will ask you numerous questions to create the perfect remedy for you.
So, homeopathy is an effective way to assist in recovery from sports injuries as it speeds up healing through the body’s own healing abilities making it an important part of your sports health regimen. If you would like to learn more about homeopathy or would like to worth with a qualified homeopath, we can help you at North Star Medical Center. Contact us at 630-795-1889 to arrange an appointment. Once we take your medical history and conduct a detailed examination, we will be able to create a custom-made treatment for you.
The physicians at North Star Integrated Health & Physical Medicine Center are experts in treating sports injuries. We are located in Lisle and service the cities of Naperville, Downers Grove, Glen Ellyn, Wheaton and Bolingbrook, IL. You can expect the highest quality patient experience and safe, effective, pain-free solutions for athletes, active adults and children that play sports.
We also offer Holistic Chiropractic care, Physical Therapy, Pain control, Nutritional Response Testing, Holistic Medicine and more. Contact us at 1-630-795-1889 for information or if you are a new patient who would like to book your first appointment.
Dr. Paul has earned both a Bachelors and a Masters of Art from Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL in Spanish Business Translation, and Language and Literature, while fulfilling premedical coursework. In 2003 he graduated from the National University of Health Sciences, in Lombard, IL, with a Doctorate of Chiropractic (DC) degree. He also graduated with a master of science (MSN) in nursing with emphasis as Nurse Practitioner.
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If you’re looking for a chiropractor who goes above and beyond, Dr. Paul is your man. He gets to the root of your problem in a holistic and natural way. Doesn’t throw pills at you to test symptoms; he treats the cause. I always feel great leaving there and highly recommend this practice for all your chiropractic and medical (Dr. Paul is also a nurse practitioner!) needs.
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Magic, hung the moon, the goods, miracle worker. These are all ways I describe Dr. Paul; if I could put him in my pocket, I would. As a patient of his for nearly a decade, I can honestly say that he has changed my life.<br><br>I initially went to him for back issues because I had shoveled heavy snow and caused a past accident injury to flare up. He not only fixed that, but also resolved my IBS, which was something I truly thought I had to live with forever more.<br>To have such a sound balance of Eastern and Western medicine at my fingertips is a gift.<br>He takes time to educate you, which is so empowering. His commitment to emotional and mental health shines through with his monthly Wellness Group that gives you even more of an opportunity to learn how to "self-serve" on some of the more Eastern techniques, if you are interested.<br>Dr. Paul's focus and tenacity to make sure that his patients walk out of his office and back into their lives with a body/system that is fully functioning and working harmoniously is something I love about him. He doesn't stop working on an issue until it is resolved.
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I cannot say enough about Dr. Paul and the entire team at Northstar Integrated Health. From the moment I walked through the door, I felt heard, respected, and genuinely cared for. Dr. Paul takes the time to truly listen to patient concerns, thoroughly investigates the root causes through appropriate testing, and offers real, effective solutions—not just temporary fixes to mask symptoms.<br><br>His approach is refreshing and empowering. He treats the body as a whole and focuses on reversing the actual causes of health issues. His depth of knowledge and commitment to healing are extraordinary. After years of frustration and disappointment with traditional doctors, I finally feel like I’m on a path to real recovery.<br><br>The staff at Northstar are equally impressive—kind, professional, and always willing to go the extra mile to make patients feel comfortable and supported. My experience here has truly restored my faith in the medical system. I highly recommend Northstar Integrated Health to anyone seeking not just answers, but real healing.
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Paul Rieselman has been my doctor for over 20 years. Recently he cured a skin condition via his vast expertise and homeopathic skills. I never expected to get my skin treated at a chiropractic office. In my opinion, this just proves that it Northstar has a multifaceted and very effective approach to healthcare.
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As always, Dr Paul helped me out a great deal! I crawled into his office but was able to walk out pretty steady. His manners, approach and willingness to help are priceless!
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