Anti-Flamme is an ideal anti-inflammatory cream for all acute injuries where the skin is not broken.

The first choice for strained muscles, joint pain, bumps, bruises and common sports injuries.

Anti-Flamme is a herbal cream that contains extracts of Arnica, Hypericum, Calendula and peppermint

It rapidly soothes pain and inflamed tissue, making it an excellent massage medium before or after spinal manipulation, and during joint articulation in rehabilitation therapy.

Anti-Flamme is a cream applied topically to reduce pain and inflammation in certain types of muscle or joint injuries. It also promotes healing of these injuries and reduces the discoloration of bruising.

The cream is widely popular among athletes and exercise enthusiasts, and is growing in popularity as a treatment for everyday aches and pains. It is effective at soothing:

• Sprains
• Lower back pain
• Muscle aches
• Strained muscles
• Repetitive strain injuries
• Arthritis
• Joint or muscle stiffness
• Tendonitis
• Bruises
• Swelling
• Other sports injuries

In essence, the product may be used on any type of injury which does not involve broken or infected skin. It should also not be applied to mucous membranes. Though some of the ingredients in Anti-Flamme are used to promote wound-healing where broken, infected, or otherwise damaged skin is involved, other active and inactive ingredients in the product make it unsuitable for this purpose.

How Anti-Flamme Works

Anti-Flamme contains several active ingredients proven to reduce pain and inflammation and provide other benefits which promote healing:

• Arnica - Arnica has been used to treat injuries for centuries. Though the exact mechanism by which it works is unclear, it is believed to promote blood circulation in the affected area, reducing the build up of congested blood and other fluids which cause swelling, inflammation and pain. There is some evidence that it promotes healing in other ways as well, but these actions are poorly understood.
• Hypericum - Also known as St. John's Wort, hypericum relieves pain associated with nerve damage, as is often found in cases of arthritis, back problems and some sports injuries. There is also some evidence that hypericum may have mild anti-inflammatory properties.
• Calendula - improves circulation and reduces tissue irritation. Calendula also relaxes muscles.
• Peppermint oil - provides a soothing cool sensation, reduces pain and improves circulation. Peppermint oil may relieve stiffness in joints and muscles as well.

Combined, the ingredients in Anti-Flamme have a powerful soothing effect on swollen, painful injuries, directly at the source. Applied topically, the medication penetrates the skin to some extent but little of it enters the bloodstream, so there is little concern about side effects or drug or food interactions.

Getting the Most from Anti-Flamme

Anti-Flamme is easy to use:

• Apply generous amounts of cream to the affected area and massage into the skin.
• Repeat as-needed several times per day.
• Treatment may continue indefinitely as long as it is providing benefit.
• Do not cover treated area with airtight dressings or clothing.

Effects are often noticed within minutes of application, but it may take 24 to 48 hours for full benefits to be realized, particularly in cases of long-term chronic pain, such as arthritis.

The medication may also be applied prior to certain activities, such as before chiropractic adjustments or physical therapy, when pain and/or injury aggravation are anticipated.

A small percentage of patients have local reactions to the cream, particularly with long-term use, which may produce mild skin irritation at the application site. Discontinue use if this happens.

Other Products

There are several other products in the Anti-Flamme family which some individuals may find more beneficial than the original version:

Anti-Flamme Extra - Similar to the original version but contains twice as much arnica and additionally contains eucalyptus oil and clove oil. It is more potent than the original version and should not be used by young children or pregnant or breast-feeding mothers. You can find Anti-Flamme Extra here.

Anti-Flamme Joints - This product is designed specifically to soothe stiff, painful joints and promote joint health. It contains glucosamine, chondroitin and green lipped mussel. It is ideal for individuals with arthritis or joint injuries. You can find Anti-Flamme Joints here.

Arnica Cream - Arnica Cream is similar to the original cream, but contains 15% arnica and no peppermint oil. This product is safe for use in young patients and pregnant or breast-feeding mothers. Arnica Cream is available here.