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Remedy

Bryonia (white bryony)

Bryonia alba

Botanical illustration of Bryonia

For joint or back pain that is worse from the slightest motion. Stitching pains in sprains or strains feel better from firm pressure and from lying completely still.

Key indications

  • Joint pain worse from any motion
  • Stitching pain in a sprained or strained part
  • Pain better from firm pressure and lying still
  • Irritable, wants to be left alone
Worse from

Any motion, warmth, morning

Better from

Lying still, firm pressure, cool

Suggested dosage

30C every 2–4 hours during acute pain; 200C once daily for lingering joint or back complaints.

Frequently taken with
Calcarea Phosphorica (calcium phosphate)

General guidance only. 200ck may be substituted for 200C potencies. Stop the remedy upon significant improvement. If no improvement after 2-3 doses in acute cases or after 4-6 weeks in chronic cases, try a different remedy. Consult a experienced practitioner if you feel you need additional help for serious or persistent symptoms.