The skill of an excellent chiropractor backed up by fine homeopathic treatment will insure that the patient receives the best possible care. The chiropractor makes certain the spine is aligned properly and that structural problems are corrected, using gentle manipulation so that physical stresses on the body will be minimized, pain reduced and healing promoted.

The homeopath supports the work of the chiropractor with remedies directed at the effects of trauma, such as Arnica montana, Rhus toxicodendron, Hypericum, Calendula, Ruta graveolens, Ledum palustre, Natrum Sulphuricum, Aconitum Napellus and Symphytum. A short description of some of these remedies will give you a glimpse of the potential these marvelous remedies have of helping you.

Arnica montana is the single remedy most responsible for popularizing homeopathy. It is regarded as the homeopathic morphine. A great pain medicine, it can counteract the effects of head injuries no matter how remote, and is the principal remedy for shock from trauma. It will minimize the bruising from blows to the body, and help to alleviate muscular soreness.

Rhus toxicodendron is a superb remedy for injuries to the lower back from lifting heavy objects, and its peculiar symptom is that the individual is restless with the pains, feels better moving around, and is worse in damp weather. This is a common modality in back injuries and rheumatic problems, and this remedy is beneficial for both conditions. It can also help the athlete who feels fine as long as he is physically active, but who feels worse as soon as he strays from his exercise routine.

The sphere of action for Hypericum or St. John's Wort is areas rich in sentient nerves, such as the spine and fingertips. You will be amazed at what this remedy can do for fingers that have been crushed in a car door.

Calendula is the homeopathic antiseptic, but much more than an antiseptic it is a tremendous healing agent, promoting granulation of the tissue, and healing without scars. Taken internally or applied as an ointment or gel to the injured area, it will yield the best possible if not perfect results.

Ruta graveolens is known for its affects on the wrists, elbows, ankles, and eyes. It alleviates the pain caused by straining or overworking these areas. It can also help in any discomfort which may occur after a chiropractic adjustment.

Natrum sulphuricum is beneficial in the psychic effects of head injuries, as when the patient becomes depressed and suicidal after a head injury.

Aconitum napellus can help in conditions where the patient can't get over the fright from the accident. He or she has a feeling that she will die imminently, and at times will even predict the hour of death. It is a great remedy for shock where fear is the predominant mental symptom.

These are examples of some of the therapeutic tools with which the homeopath can back up chiropractic care. As the patient gets over the acute effects of trauma, the homeopath can insure the individual's optimum health with constitutional remedies that stimulate the immune system, improve overall health and strengthen vitality. The patient who uses homeopathy in conjunction with chiropractic will have the best of two tried and true systems of healing working together for his well being.