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Remedy

Ferrum Metallicum (metallic iron)

Ferrum metallicum

Botanical illustration of Ferrum Metallicum

For shoulder pain with weakness, trembling, or a sense of the arm giving way. Often marked when pain is worse from lifting weights, exertion or overheating. Frequently accompanies iron imbalances.

Key indications

  • Right shoulder pain; worse lifting weight with pain in deltoid; shoulder pain with iron imbalances
  • Shoulder pain worse from motion or overheating
  • Pain with a flushed face, palpitations, or easy fatigue
  • Shoulder discomfort better from cold applications
Worse from

Exertion, heat, motion, noise

Better from

Cold applications, gentle rest, open air

Suggested dosage

30C twice daily.

Frequently taken with

No complementary remedies listed yet.

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.