Remedy

Symphytum (comfrey)

Symphytum officinale

Botanical illustration of Symphytum

A leading remedy for herniated or slipped disc, where the spine feels bruised, unstable, or slow to recover. Supports the discs, cartilage, and vertebral tissue after strain, compression, or injury, especially when soreness lingers at one spot in the spine.

Key indications

  • Best for herniated or slipped disc with lingering spinal soreness
  • Bruised, tender feeling at one spot along the spine
  • Slow recovery after disc injury, strain, or compression
  • Back pain worse from jarring, bending, or lifting
Worse from

Cold, damp weather, touch, motion of the injured part

Better from

Warmth, rest, gentle support

Suggested dosage

200C twice daily.

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.