Remedy

Hypericum (St. John's wort)

Hypericum perforatum

Botanical illustration of Hypericum

A pain relief remedy for broken bones where sharp, shooting pains follow the fracture, especially when the injured area feels bruised or the pain travels along a nerve pathway. Useful for lingering, tingling, or stabbing pain after a bone break or bone trauma.

Key indications

  • Pain relief from sharp, shooting pain from broken bones
Worse from

Cold, damp, foggy weather, touch, jarring motion

Better from

Warmth, gentle rest, bending the head back

Suggested dosage

200C twice daily; taper as pain improves.

Frequently taken with

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.