Remedy
Calendula (pot marigold)
Calendula officinalis
A soothing remedy for muscles that feel raw, strained, and tender after overuse, supporting the recovery of overworked tissue. Useful when DOMS soreness carries a bruised, stretched feeling in the muscle fibers.
Key indications
- Best for: Raw, strained feeling in overworked muscles after unusual exercise
- Muscles feel stretched, tender, and sensitive to touch
- Supports the recovery of strained muscle tissue after overuse
- Soreness that eases with warmth and rest
Worse from
Cold, damp, touch, weather changes
Better from
Warmth, gentle movement, rest
Suggested dosage
30C twice daily during recovery; taper as the soreness fades.
Frequently taken with
Arnica Montana (leopard's bane)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.