Bruising
Bruises are common when the human skin gets injured or damaged and the blood vessels that are found below the skin’s surface get harmed. The medical explanation or definition for a bruise is a contusion. During the process the person’s blood vessels get damaged and this leaves a black and blue mark behind on the skin. Bruising is very common in growing up years when children tend to fall a lot while playing or jumping around. Almost everybody will have and got a bruise at least once in their life. Causes of bruising include accidents, getting hurt against furniture or corners, bruising as a result of falling etc. Bruising is also more likely to happen to people who follow a vigorous exercise routine or are involved in strenuous physical activities. Some people bruise more easily than others due to their sensitive skin type. Elderly people also tend to bruise easily. This occurs largely due the weakening of their skin over the years. Some people may be prone to bruises on face while others may bruise more easily on their hands or legs or other parts of their body.
Home Remedies for Bruises
Some of the common bruises home remedies include eating those foods which are high in bioflavonoid. This also referred to as Vitamin P. It can be found in foods like broccoli, green peppers, lemons and rose hips. This vitamin helps in protecting one’s capillaries and helping them to stay healthy and thus to avoid any kind of bleeding. Some other bruises home remedies treatment includes consuming some St. John’s Wort. This is found to be very beneficial in reduce bruising. It is found to contain astringent and anti bacterial properties.
One can also use yarrow and Chamomile to treat bruises. One can try making a plaster or a pack from comfrey leaves to help in treating bruises, sprains and even cuts. Cabbage is also useful in treating bruises. It is found to contain some anti inflammatory properties that are excellent for treating bruises and contusions. The cabbage needs to be applied in an emaciated form on to the wound or the bruise. Arnica has also been found to be very useful in treating these bruises and wounds. Simply mix a few drops along with some water and apply it to the bruise. Parsley is also found to be extremely beneficial in treating this condition. This herb contains many vitamins and is great in treating a wound. Simply crush some parsley and apply it directly to the bruise.