Unfortunately, bumps and bruises are part of everyday life, especially if you are very busy (aren’t we all) or physically or mentally tired. When a minor injury does occur, use the suggested treatments below as soon after the occurrence as possible for best results.

• Apply RUB·A535® Arnica Gel-Cream or Spray on the affected area immediately to relieve the pain and inflammation.
• If it isn’t painful, gently massage the area to help the bruising dissipate.
• Keep the injury elevated and ice it.
• Compress the area, but make sure that you don’t
  cut off circulation.

See your health care professional if you develop
these or any severe or unusual symptoms:

• Signs of infection
• If bruising occurs often
• If symptoms persist or worsen

Swelling is frequently the result of inflammation, which is often caused by overexertion or injury. When swelling caused by inflammation occurs, treating it immediately can significantly reduce the pain and bruising effects.

• Apply RUB·A535® Arnica Gel-Cream or Spray immediately.
• Rest and protect the area.
• Elevate it and ice it.
• If possible, compress the area but not so tightly that it cuts off circulation.

See your health care professional if you develop these or
any severe or unusual symptoms:

• If the swelling has no obvious cause.
• Signs of infection.
• Numbness, tingling or cold, pale skin
• Swelling spreads or increases.
• Severe swelling due to an allergic reaction
  should be treated immediately
  by a professional.

To prevent stiffness and soreness, be sure to stretch properly before and after physical activity—and not just at the gym. Stay hydrated and be aware of any muscle pain or twinges. Be aware of your body’s signals when you are conducting higher physical activity levels than normal. Often your body gives you important clues that you may be working too hard.

However, it is difficult to prevent all muscle aches and soreness. Sometimes the signals our body sends us are not strong enough to make us aware that we are overworking a muscle until after the fact. When this is the case, consider the following treatment.

• Apply RUB•A535® Arnica Gel-Cream or Spray immediately with gentle, massaging motions to relieve pain and stimulate circulation.
• Ice and elevate the area to relieve soreness and any swelling caused by inflammation.
• After you’ve iced the area, you can gently heat and stretch the area for flexibility.
• Avoid dehydrating drinks such as alcohol, coffee, tea, pop and caffeinated energy drinks.

See your healthcare professional if you develop these or
any severe or unusual symptoms:

• Signs of infection.
• Inability to move the stiff or sore area.
• Tingling or numbness.
• The skin turns pale or cool.
• If symptoms persist or worsen.
• Severe pain.
• If the symptoms are frequent.

• I’ve noticed that I’m bruising more often now that I’m over 40. Is this normal?

  Unfortunately, yes. With age, capillaries get weaker and skins gets thinner. As a result, when you get bumped, you’re more likely to get bruised or receive a worse looking bruise than you are used to. Even if a bump is minor, treating the area immediately with RUB·A535® Arnica Gel-Cream or Spray can help relieve the pain and inflammation.

• My muscles are swollen and sore after a workout. Can RUB·A535® Arnica help reduce these symptoms?

  RUB·A535® Arnica products, unlike most topical analgesic creams, have both pain relieving and anti-inflammatory properties. Since swelling is often caused by inflammation, RUB-A535® Arnica products are ideal for reducing the painful and swelling effects of overexertion.

• Is RUB·A535® Arnica sticky or greasy?

  No. RUB·A535® Arnica Gel-Cream and Spray are fast absorbing and feel silky on the skin.

• Does RUB·A535® Arnica contain any artificial fragrances or colours?

  No.

• Does RUB·A535® Arnica have a scent?

  RUB·A535® Arnica has a light natural scent of the arnica flower. There are no added fragrances in the product.

• What’s the difference between fragrance-free and unscented?

  Fragrance-free means no chemicals or perfumes have been added to change the natural scent of the product.

  Unscented means the product has no discernable odour, which means that chemicals and perfumes may have been used to mask the natural smell of the product.

  RUB·A535® Arnica Gel-Cream and Spray are fragrance-free.

• What differentiates RUB·A535® Arnica from other RUB·A535® products?

  All RUB·A535® products are designed to provide effective pain relief. Traditional Rub A535® products contain pain relievers that reduce sore muscles and joint pain as well as stiffness. RUB·A535® Arnica products contain arnica montana flower extract 15% and also relieve sore muscles and joint pain but have additional anti-inflammatory properties that are better for treating bruising.

• Where can I find RUB·A535® Arnica Gel-Cream or Spray?

  Most food and drug stores across Canada carry RUB·A535® products. For a partial list, click here.

  RUB·A535® Arnica products are located in the “topical pain reliever” section or in the “naturals” section of the store.