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Ruta Graveolens (rue)

Ruta graveolens

Botanical illustration of Ruta Graveolens

A key remedy for shoulder pain from overuse, strained tendons, or bruised periosteum. Often indicated when the shoulder aches from lifting, repetitive motion, or carrying, and feels worse from cold or damp.

Key indications

  • Known injuries to tendons or ligaments or general weakness of ligaments with recurrent injury
  • Bruised, sore tendons and periosteum around the shoulder
  • Pain worse from cold damp weather or lying on the affected side
  • Stiffness and lameness that improves with gentle movement
Worse from

Cold, damp, overuse, lying on the affected side

Better from

Warmth, gentle movement, rest

Suggested dosage

200C 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.