Category Archives: Sports

‘Tennis-elbow’ – a repetitive strain injury

The Tennis Elbow refers to an overuse injury, a repetitive straining of the muscles that attach to the bones of the arm at height of the elbow. Biologically this injury is termed lateral epicondylitis. The so called Golfer´s Elbow, is similar to the Tennis Elbow, however affects the inner area of the elbow joint, whileContinue reading “‘Tennis-elbow’ – a repetitive strain injury”

‘Traumeel’ – for the treatment of sports-injuries

Traumeel is a homeopathic complex preparation indicated for use in the treatment of trauma and injuries contracted in the process of physical activity [1]. It matches, in a broader sense, the symptomatology that may result from the conduction sports. Traumeel is one of the most extensively researched homeopathic formula [2]. Trials and studies investigating theContinue reading “‘Traumeel’ – for the treatment of sports-injuries”

92% of football teams in the German Bundesliga use Homeopathy

In the Bundesliga, the German football league, 92% of clubs treat their players with homeopathic remedies. In particular complex homeopathic preparations are employed in the treatment of the league professionals. About 76% of clubs use homeopathic combination/complex preparations [1]. In the professional sports industry where recuperation time is restricted [2], and players are faced with theContinue reading “92% of football teams in the German Bundesliga use Homeopathy”

Arnica – a homeopathic remedy for sports-injuries

One major remedy for the effects of sports-injuries or such afflictions caused by physical activity, external, or mechanical impact is Arnica. Trauma, bruises, or strains caused by heavy lifting, falling, or shock; concussion, contusion, sprains, or dislocation belong to this group. Hematoma, haemorrhage and wound healing, over-exertion and delayed-onset-muscle-soreness are also indicated symptoms, and ArnicaContinue reading “Arnica – a homeopathic remedy for sports-injuries”