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Among many plants in folk medicine, the comfrey medicinal, whose joint application is widely it is also known to be used for the treatment of inflammatory processes in muscle tissues and other diseases. Means based on this plant can stimulate the regeneration of cartilage and bone tissue, as well as stop the inflammatory processes. The description and photos of the comfrey medicinal can be seen below.
Feature of the plant
This culture is very popular all over the world. Due to its unique capabilities, the comfrey for more than 2000 years is used in traditional medicine. According to the conducted researches, it is proved that leaves, stems and roots have in their composition components that perfectly cope with hemorrhoids, lung and joint disease. Also, infusions and decoctions from the plant are used to relieve inflammation and pain in the muscles. Often the plant is used in neuralgia. To consider comfrey medicinal can be in the photo, which are available on the Internet.
The comfrey or the jester, as it is also called, is rich in:
- rosmarinic acid;
- tannins;
- essential oils;
- starch;
- resin.
Also in the composition of the live-stock there is an allantoin - a non-toxic substance that can stimulate regeneration processes in the body, and alkaloids.
The main place of comfrey growth is wetlands.
Despite all the positive aspects of this plant, there are a number of contraindications and prohibitions when it is applied. It is not recommended to use funds based on comfrey during pregnancy, in childhood and during lactation.
Also with extreme caution should take drugs for people with liver pathologies and individual intolerance to this component. This is due to the fact that the leaf contains toxins, which in large doses can adversely affect the liver.
Plant-based recipes for joints
The lifeblood is a unique plant, which, if properly administered, can quickly and effectively affect problem areas. For the treatment of joints comfrey medicinal can be used in the form of compresses or lotions. Both methods are effective, the main thing is to properly prepare the remedy.
Comfrey includes vitamin B12, which is simply necessary for the human body.
The tincture of comfrey
Such a tool can help a person once and for all forget about the pains in the joints and bone tissues.
Required components:
- vodka or alcohol;
- twigs and roots comfrey.
The plant should be crushed. You can do this with a knife, grater or mortar. The main component is put in a container and pour vodka. In this condition, keep the future tincture for 2 weeks. At the end of this period, the liquid should be filtered.Ready tincture is used externally, but some use it inside. Drink follows 10 drops three times a day. Before taking the liquid, dilute in 50 ml of clean water. If the tolerance of the drug is good, then the dose is increased to 25-35 drops. Use the mixture slowly for 10-15 minutes before eating. The course of treatment should be up to 90 days. After a break of 30 days, treatment should be repeated.
As for compresses tincture comfrey, they should be done with cotton cloth. The material is abundantly moistened in a liquid and applied to a sore spot. For greater efficiency, wrap the fabric on top of the film and wrap it in a scarf. This compress should be kept for several hours. Treatment should last up to 2 weeks.
Also, the treatment of joints involves daily rubbing the mixture into sore spots. Do this in the morning and evening.
Ointment on the basis of comfrey
This remedy copes well with pain in arthritis and chronic joint pathologies.
To make such an ointment, you need to take:
- fresh root of the plant;
- a glass of pork fat;
- half a tablespoon of honey;
- 50 g of beeswax;
- a few drops of propolis tincture.
Root peel and grate on a small grater. If there is only a dry plant, then it must be crushed to the state of powder.
Fat put in a metal bowl or sauté pan and dissolve until homogenous for 15 minutes. It should be done on a slow fire. Add the comfrey to the mixture and bring it to a boil.
Then remove the future ointment from the fire and leave at room temperature for a day. This time will be enough to cool the liquid. The mixture is heated and filtered.
In the prepared liquid, put propolis and wax. The composition should be thoroughly mixed and left to cool. The resulting ointment should be stored in the refrigerator. Apply in the evening.
This ointment perfectly heals not only the joints, but also has a beneficial effect on the muscles and speeds up the healing of wounds, calluses.
The juice from the leaves of the comfrey stops bleeding from the nose well.
Broth Comfrey with joint pain
This is a classic recipe that has been used for many years. Prepares a decoction of the comfrey medicinal for the joints very quickly and easily.
To prepare the remedy, you need to combine one glass of hot water and a tablespoon of the ground roots of the plant.
Infuse the mixture in a thermos for 10 hours. Then drain the liquid. Cooked broth is recommended to drink during the day before eating. The course of treatment should last about two weeks.
The comfrey's description and plant reviews, which are available on the Internet, are the main indicators of its effectiveness. A properly prepared remedy and timely reception can help get rid of many diseases, including those involving joints.
