{"title":"Natural Joint Care","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComfrey cream is a topical herbal remedy used for pain relief and to aid in the healing of sprains, back pain, and arthritis. While effective for these conditions, it should never be taken orally due to potential serious side effects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block health-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"\u003eCan Comfrey Cream Help Relieve Pain and Heal Wounds?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"\u003eComfrey has been used for over 2,000 years to treat conditions such as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/closed-fracture-2548518\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\"\u003ebone fractures\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/symptoms-of-peptic-ulcer-complications-1742819\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"2\"\u003eulcers\u003c\/a\u003e, and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/gout-4014619\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"3\"\u003egout\u003c\/a\u003e. It typically combines oils or water with glyceryl stearate and extracts from the comfrey plant,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eSymphytum officinale\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"mntl-inline-citation mntl-dynamic-tooltip--trigger\" data-id=\"#citation-25\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_7-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"\u003eResearchers have looked into how comfrey cream affects several health conditions, especially:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul id=\"mntl-sc-block_10-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBack pain\u003c\/strong\u003e: Topical comfrey cream applied three times a day for five days provides marked improvement for patients with lower back pain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOsteoarthritis\u003c\/strong\u003e: In people with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/stages-of-osteoarthritis-5095938\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\"\u003eknee osteoarthritis\u003c\/a\u003e, a degenerative wear-and-tear joint condition, comfrey ointment has been shown to significantly relieve pain, reduce stiffness, and improve function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlunt traumas\u003c\/strong\u003e: Topical preparation made from an extract of freshly harvested comfrey plant parts has been effective at treating sprains, contusions, and muscle strains. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.ijpam.2018.11.002\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"externalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTolerability and effectiveness of an antitrauma cream with comfrey herb extract in pediatric use with application on intact and on broken skin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWound healing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Applications of comfrey extracts have been shown to accelerate the healing of superficial wounds and help with the regeneration of skin cells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block health-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text text-title-300\"\u003ePotential Side Effects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"\u003eUsing a supplement like comfrey may have potential side effects, which may be common or severe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_19-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"\u003eMild skin reddening, which disappears when treatment is stopped, is the most common side effect of comfrey creams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_21-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"\u003eHowever, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Terry-Naturally-Traumaplant-Comfrey-Topical\/dp\/B00WKMBW8K\/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2G9PSFR65B7L6\u0026amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ymXgESTOA15n7r9F6OH0oFAokxHIBYkRZykkU8pqOI_aLQJkZ0IhJSaPiNvpUBntLoqwOKkinPD-fCbDSuLodkQrB2rIPBqu8wcBrX1ksI0.lMl_4F3sMvUSSSaFBNF6xJtRAFqV1oJ5HCD8oEr4VbY\u0026amp;dib_tag=se\u0026amp;keywords=traumaplant\u0026amp;qid=1784942350\u0026amp;sprefix=traumaplant%2Caps%2C269\u0026amp;sr=8-2\u0026amp;th=1\" title=\"Terry Naturally Cream with Herbs: Apply this comfrey cream liberally several times daily, or as often as desired\"\u003ecomfrey \u003c\/a\u003econtains pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs), substances that can cause significant damage, including:\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/drug-induced-liver-disease-1943023\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_23-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_26-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"\u003eTo avoid severe toxicity, comfrey should never be taken by mouth. In 2001, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ftc.gov\/news-events\/news\/press-releases\/2001\/07\/ftc-announces-second-case-focusing-safety-risks-comfrey-products-promoted-internet\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"externalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFDA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebanned oral comfrey products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_28-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"\u003eHowever, there is also concern about the safety of comfrey cream applied topically since toxins can be absorbed through the skin. Therefore, it’s typically only used in small amounts for a very short period. Experts recommend not using comfrey cream for longer than 10 days in a row.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-dynamic-tooltip\" class=\"mntl-dynamic-tooltip\" data-tracking-container=\"true\" role=\"tooltip\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mntl-dynamic-tooltip--content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEuropean Medicines Agency. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ema.europa.eu\/en\/documents\/herbal-report\/draft-assessment-report-symphytum-officinale-l-radix_en.pdf\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"externalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAssessment report on Symphytum officinale L., radix\u003c\/a\u003e. Committee on Herbal Medicinal Products (HMPC).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_29-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"health-sc-block-callout--takeaway_2-0\" class=\"comp health-sc-block-callout--takeaway health-sc-block-callout-base mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block theme-takeaway theme-takeaway\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block expert-content\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eCurcumin \u0026amp; Boswellia Supplement: Our dietary supplement is crafted with BCM-95 curcumin and BOS-10 boswellia to support comfort and flexibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-area post-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row inner-content\"\u003e\n\u003cmain class=\"large-8 medium-12 columns post-content\" role=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"post-81915 mat_nutrition type-mat_nutrition status-publish has-post-thumbnail hentry tag-comfrey-broken-bones tag-comfrey-cream tag-comfrey-plant tag-comfrey-plant-identification tag-comfrey-root tag-comfrey-tea tag-common-comfrey tag-growing-comfrey tag-ointments tag-russian-comfrey nutrition_category-herbs jpibfi_container\" id=\"post-81915\" role=\"article\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/html\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"entry-content\" itemprop=\"articleBody\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those familiar with natural medicine and chronic pain, comfrey is likely on your list of remedies. This herb has been used for centuries to treat a variety of pain- and inflammation-related issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong its\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3580139\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclinical uses\u003c\/a\u003e, comfrey can help relieve pain, reduce\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/health\/inflammation-at-the-root-of-most-diseases\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einflammation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof muscles and joints, speed the healing of bruises and contusions and potentially aid in the treatment of fibromyalgia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the U.K., researchers\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3580139\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efound\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat practitioners prescribed it in about 15 percent of all consultations regarding tendon, ligament and muscle problems, fractures and wounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough it was commonly used internally for many years, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, as well as governing bodies around the globe,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-295\/comfrey\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebanned\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe use of dietary supplements containing comfrey and advised against any internal usage in 2001. Studies have found that it contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids, which are toxic to the liver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComfrey is still highly useful for external uses. It can help serve as a powerful pain reliever and anti-inflammatory. In fact, it can even help speed the healing of wounds. Let’s look at how it works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Comfrey\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWhat Is Comfrey?\u003cspan class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe common comfrey plant is known in Latin as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSymphytum officinale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and displays a “hairy” exterior. It grows as a root stick with branches coming from the stalk and only gets to about 2–3 feet tall. Some varieties produce yellow or purplish flowers alongside the broad, fuzzy leaves. The most commonly grown species is Russian comfrey (\u003cem\u003eSymphytum x uplandicum\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComfrey plants can grow in almost any climate or soil and prefer the shade. Medicinally, most folk remedies suggest using the leaves, although the roots also carry significant benefits when used as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn large quantities, mucilage (a gelatin plant-derived compound) is the main component of comfrey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBenefits\u003cspan class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e1. Can relieve muscle and joint pain\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large review released in 2013 about the medicinal uses of comfrey\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3580139\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003estated\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is clinically proven to relieve pain, inflammation and swelling of muscles and joints in the case of degenerative arthritis, acute myalgia in the back, sprains, contusions and strains after sports injuries and accidents, also in children aged 3 years and older.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe id=\"_jst-iframe-97777e4a624d486ab2c10558b6489540-918f2f5022ae11f1b5211d6028fe6264-f1b268b5f4bd4547903a3c4411ad1294\" title=\"_jst-iframe-97777e4a624d486ab2c10558b6489540-918f2f5022ae11f1b5211d6028fe6264-f1b268b5f4bd4547903a3c4411ad1294\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, available scientific evidence seems to back it up. In multiple studies, comfrey application\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/14518351\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eimproves\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe healing and pain response of bruises, sprains and painful muscles and joints, particularly related to exercise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a single-blind, randomized clinical trial of 164 participants\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/18193693\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecomparing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe efficacy of comfrey against a common NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) used for ankle sprains and pain, it performed better than diclofenac gel, leading the researchers to state their encouragement that this natural product functions as a safe and effective alternative to the standard treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e2. Effective for lower back pain relief\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSearching for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/health\/lower-back-pain-relief\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elower back pain relief\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecan be an exhausting and daunting task for the 31 million Americans struggling with this pain at any given time. However, comfrey may offer an alternative method for this chronic condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo double-blind, randomized controlled clinical trials\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3747459\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eshowed\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esignificant pain relief when\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/19460762\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecompared\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith a placebo on an external application of comfrey root extract gel on the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e3. May aid in reducing arthritis pain\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn astounding 1 in every 5 people in the U.S. suffer from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/health\/effective-all-natural-treatments-for-arthritis\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003earthritis\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epain. Worn-down cartilage and connective tissue cause bones to rub together and cause chronic pain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of the possible side effects involved with most medications for arthritis, such as heartburn, stomach ulcers, increased risk of heart attack or stroke, cataracts, bone loss and more, many people seek alternative remedies for relieving their pain in a safe way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt turns out that using a topical comfrey ointment or poultice can help to significantly\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/24280482\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edecrease\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe pain associated with arthritis. Various study\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/23728701\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ereviews\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehave seen\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22014903\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eresults\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003econsistent, in some cases, with topical NSAIDs and even\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/essential-oils\/arnica-oil\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003earnica\u003c\/a\u003e, all without any negative side effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor arthritis relief, try creating a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/beauty\/poultice\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epoultice\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof comfrey with pain-relieving essential oils such as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/essential-oils\/peppermint-oil-uses-benefits\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epeppermint oil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand applying it to the painful areas two to three times a day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: comfrey should only be used topically up to 10 consecutive days, in order to avoid bioaccumulation. There are no studies showing a danger of this, but we take this precaution to stay on the safe side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/nutrition\/comfrey\/?tp_image_id=84047\" data-pin-title=\"Comfrey Herb to Soothe Muscles, Joints \u0026amp; Skin\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-84047 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Comfrey_Graphic-e1687362971287.jpg\" alt=\"About comfrey - Dr. Axe\" width=\"735\" height=\"2964\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/nutrition\/comfrey\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Comfrey Herb to Soothe Muscles, Joints \u0026amp; Skin\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Comfrey_Graphic-e1687362971287.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Comfrey_Graphic-e1687362971287.jpg 735w, https:\/\/draxe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Comfrey_Graphic-e1687362971287-119x480.jpg 119w, https:\/\/draxe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Comfrey_Graphic-e1687362971287-254x1024.jpg 254w, https:\/\/draxe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Comfrey_Graphic-e1687362971287-15x60.jpg 15w, https:\/\/draxe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Comfrey_Graphic-e1687362971287-99x400.jpg 99w, https:\/\/draxe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Comfrey_Graphic-e1687362971287-381x1536.jpg 381w, https:\/\/draxe.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Comfrey_Graphic-e1687362971287-508x2048.jpg 508w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e4. Natural fibromyalgia remedy\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/health\/fibromyalgia-symptoms\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efibromyalgia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis associated with pain in various parts of the body, comfrey application might help to offer some relief. Again, stick to no more than 10 consecutive days of application. And limit use to four to six weeks per year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you suffer from fibromyalgia pain, remember that your best option is to seek a multi-targeted approach to address whatever the root cause of this pain may be. Adjusting lifestyle to lose extra weight,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25786053\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eeliminating\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eproblematic food ingredients like excitotoxins and eating\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/nutrition\/anti-inflammatory-foods\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eanti-inflammatory foods\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emay offer some additional relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e5. Speeds wound healing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComfrey contains an ingredient called allantoin, which aids the regrowth of skin, along with rosmarinic acid and tannins. Allantoin has been developed as an approved medication for over-the-counter skin treatment for a variety of skin issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat’s a likely reason it may help wounds to heal faster. One folk term for it is “knitbone” because it was believed to activate the healing of bones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile bone regrowth has not been proven scientifically as a benefit, researchers have\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22570943\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003enoted\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ean improvement in collagen production and wound healing when applying topically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor safety, never use comfrey on an open wound. If you want to see how it works for your own wounds, wait until the wound has totally closed before applying it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e6. Lessens skin irritations\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProbably also due, in part, to the presence of allantoin in comfrey, another use in folk medicine for it is the soothing of inflamed, irritated skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo controlled clinical studies\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3491633\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esaw\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ea healing effect on irritation caused by UV-B rays (a mild\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/health\/sunburn-relief\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esunburn\u003c\/a\u003e) was equal to or greater with comfrey than diclofenac, one of the more often used over-the-counter medications used to soothe skin. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3491633\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e15\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn another study, researchers purposefully irritated the skin of healthy young adults and then tested a liquid extract of comfrey on the skin. They\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/25880800\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efound\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat topical applications of “comfrey extract may have a great application in the treatment of skin irritation.” (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/25880800\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e16\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"History\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHistory\u003cspan class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn folk medicine, comfrey was a common feature among those in Europe. Known as “knitbone,” it was used for everything from the speeding of bone growth to nausea to acne relief. Historically, it has been prescribed to remedy diarrhea and for lung issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be used in gardening as a fertilizer as well as an herb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComfrey products such as poultices, ointments and salves have been used as herbal remedies because of the plant’s ability to reduce inflammation and urge healing. The root has also been used in the past as a decoction to help gastrointestinal problems such as diarrhea. However, using it internally is not recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s not just humans who can benefit from comfrey — in 2014, researchers in Taiwan looked at the ability of its leaves to alleviate UV damage to the fins of zebrafish,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/25352712\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esuggesting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eit as a potential development for an agent to protect zebrafish embryos from future damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is also preliminary research on the development of comfrey extract in creating an anticancer drug to combat prostate cancer. An animal study\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22693258\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efound\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003every promising results — although it’s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003every\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eimportant to note here that this does not mean you should ever ingest it. Controlled research in a lab of a chemically-extracted component of the plant is extremely different than just eating or drinking the substance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Use\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHow to Use\u003cspan class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn most circumstances, the most effective way to use comfrey is in a salve or poultice. This is then applied to the skin. For example, comfrey oil is a key ingredient in a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/beauty\/bruise-cream\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDIY bruise cream\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith arnica and bilberry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can purchase comfrey oil as an infusion with olive oil. Or, you can create your own oil (also known as comfrey balm)by simmering\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/nutrition\/olive-oil-benefits\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eolive oil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(or another carrier oil) and comfrey roots and leaves.  Use this oil to treat minor closed wounds and aches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany people simply use fresh or dry comfrey leaves directly on the skin, depending on the type and severity of pain they have. Perhaps due to the high mucilage content, its leaves do not dry as fast as most herbs. But give them time, and you’ll be excited about the results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince comfrey isn’t widely available outside of Europe, if you live in another area but would like to grow your own plants, it’s quite simple. After buying some seeds and (preferably) planting them in a shaded area, you will most likely see them grow quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFortunately, it is a fairly “non-invasive” plant because it doesn’t put down long roots and doesn’t set seed as it grows. This perennial is best harvested before its flowers bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Precautions_and_Side_Effects\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ePrecautions and Side Effects\u003cspan class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike I’ve mentioned, it’s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eimperative\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat you do not ingest comfrey, whether in fresh or tea form (or any other method).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComfrey is toxic because it contains a substance called pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs). The main\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/21170807\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econcern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith these PAs are liver toxicity. PAs can cause veno-occlusive disease of the liver, a blockage of microscopic veins within the liver that can lead to cirrhosis, liver failure and\/or cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome efforts have been\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/26177929\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto create purified comfrey extract or tea free of pyrrolizidine alkaloids. Both of these have\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/15482618\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eresulted\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein even worse side effects than before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is also at least one reported case that comfrey tea was\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/15482618\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003elinked\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto a second-degree heart blockage of a female patient in the U.K.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile there have been no cases to date of toxicity\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/27840092\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eresulting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom epidermal application, a minuscule amount of PAs do pass through the skin when you use it. Because of this, it’s best to use it for no more than 10 days in a row and only for a maximum total of 4–6 weeks each year to avoid any negative side effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever use comfrey on an open wound or broken skin. People with liver disease, cancer or a history of alcohol abuse should also avoid even the external use of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost sources agree that comfrey is safe externally for children over 3 years of age. But others recommend never using it for children under the age of 18. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not use it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfrey is a traditional herbal treatment for muscle and joint pain. It helps to reduce painful inflammation and soothe the skin as well as help heal bruises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis perennial herb grows mainly in the United Kingdom. But it can grow in most climates, although the plant does prefer shaded environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing comfrey as a poultice or simply by using its dried leaves on the skin, you may find relief from pains relating to conditions like ankle sprains, muscle aches, arthritis and fibromyalgia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfrey is not ever safe for ingestion, as it contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids that are extremely dangerous to the liver. External applications do not have the same toxic effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePregnant\/nursing women, as well as young children or those with any potential liver damage or disease, should avoid comfrey entirely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"general-sidebar sidebar\" class=\"sidebar general-sidebar large-4 medium-12 columns\" role=\"complementary\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mat-widget-popular-45\" class=\"widget widget_mat-widget-popular\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"materiell-widget mat-popular-posts-widget row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"popular-posts columns small-12\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"popular-title\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"trending-icon\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" version=\"1.1\" id=\"Layer_1\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" viewbox=\"0 0 26 26\" xml:space=\"preserve\"\u003e\u003cg 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Absolutely no fillers and responsibly sourced materials. Ingredients: Organic Comfrey Leaves, Rice Bran Oil, Beeswax, MSM (Dmso), Menthol, Bee Venom, Magnesium Oil, Sulfur Crystals, Zinc, Wintergreen Essential Oil, Lavender Essential Oil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoothes Painful, Stiff Knees. SSF Organics Bees Knees Salve is a comprehensive solution that merges traditional knowledge with modern science to deliver a product that truly supports recovery and healing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAids in Knee Surgery Recovery. Comfrey (also known as trauma plant) is rich in allantoin, a compound which comes packed with chemicals that aid in cell regeneration and helps protect from further damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDerived from slow infused concentrated comfrey leaves and rice bran oil, ensures that our oil retains the plant's natural medicinal healing properties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost OTC medications are ONLY able to relieve discomfort, but our use of specific medicinal herbs like comfrey heal damage and restore your joints, muscles, and bone to its more youthful state. Regaining mobility and allowing you to live a more active lifestyle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealing salve for stiff, painful, immobile knees due to arthritis or injury. Made in Bella Vista, Arkansas from naturally healing herbs and organic oils from our own permaculture beds here at Serendipitous Summer Farms. 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Please see our full disclaimer below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStatements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50510345830705,"sku":"AD-OLAB-DHQX","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8411\/5249\/files\/creative-studio-asset-8e128d45-4969-40f3-9f8e-13051095c5a0.png?v=1774363473"},{"product_id":"comfrey-recovery-salve-all-purpose-repairs-skin-and-soothes-muscles-joint-pain-4-oz-metal-container","title":"Comfrey Recovery Salve- All Purpose- Repairs Skin and Soothes Muscles\/Joint Pain","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eComfrey can be used to treat Wounds, Rashes, Skin Conditions, Arthritis, Sore Muscles \u0026amp; Joints, Blisters, \u0026amp; Post Surgery Healing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuper Concentrated All Purpose Herbal Remedy. 100% Natural, Organic, Non GMO, No Mineral Oil, No Petroleum. Our Balms are highly concentrated and contain No Water, No Emulsifiers and No harmful toxins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Uses of Comfrey Plant for Healing\" href=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/nutrition\/comfrey\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComfrey\u003c\/a\u003e REGENERATES cartilage, and tissues while RELIEVING PAIN \u0026amp; INFLAMMATION due to arthritis, disease and injury. Wonderful for post-surgery healing!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNourishes, Protects and Rapidly HEALS SKIN. Use on skin conditions such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diseases\/hyperkeratosis\" title=\"Hyperkeratosis causes patches of thick, rough skin. There are many types of this condition, including corns and calluses, warts, eczema and psoriasis. Causes include allergies, autoimmune diseases, medications and sun exposure.\"\u003eHyperkeratosis\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Psoriatic Arthritis + 7 Natural Ways to Relieve Symptoms. Oligoarticular: This is a form of mild psoriatic arthritis that affects four or less joints in your body. Polyarticular: This is a more severe form of psoriatic arthritis and it affects at least four of your joints. Spondylitis: This term is used to describe inflammation of the spinal column, which can make joint motion in your neck and lower back difficult and painful. Enthesitis: This is a condition that involves inflammation at the sites where your tendons or ligaments insert into your bones. This may affect areas of your body like the spine, pelvis, ribs and bottoms of the feet. Dactylitis: This form of arthritis refers to the development of inflammation or swelling in your fingers and toes. Dactylitis can cause your fingers or toes to look like sausages and it may lead to hand or foot deformities.\" href=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/health\/psoriatic-arthritis\/\"\u003ePsoriasis\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/beauty\/diy-rash-cream\/\" title=\"Rashes or hives, also known as urticaria, can be a little scary, especially when you are not sure what caused it. There are many types of rashes, but typically a rash appears as raised bumps surrounded by red skin. It may start as a burning sensation that then develops into an itch or even skin welts.  Numerous things can cause hives, such as an allergic reaction to medicines, insect bites, food, alcohol, exercise, laundry detergents and other household items, and even emotional stress.\"\u003eRashes\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/health\/eczema-treatment\/\" title=\"Natural Eczema Treatment: 13 Home Remedies (Plus Symptoms \u0026amp; Causes)\"\u003eEczema\u003c\/a\u003e. Reduces inflammation and pain in SORE MUSCLES \u0026amp; JOINTS.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLess is more when it comes to \u003ca title=\"Wound healing: Applications of comfrey extracts have been shown to accelerate the healing of superficial wounds and help with the regeneration of skin cells\" href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/the-benefits-of-comfrey-ointment-88624\"\u003enatural healing\u003c\/a\u003e.  Ingredients: \u003ca title=\"Comfrey products such as poultices, ointments and salves have been used as herbal remedies because of the plant’s ability to reduce inflammation and urge healing.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ssforganics.com\/collections\"\u003eOrganic Comfrey\u003c\/a\u003e, Organic Rice Bran Oil, Beeswax, Magnesium Oil, Lavender, and Wintergreen Essential Oils, MSM, \u0026amp; Zinc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e**PLEASE NOTE** A clinical overview by the National Library of Medicine advises any Comfrey product to only be used TOPICALLY. The plant (especially the root) contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids, which can be harmful to the liver when ingested in large quantities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor more information please follow this link: https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3491633\/\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComfrey Recovery Salve Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 2 oz \u0026amp; 4 oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0GFFS19K2?th=1\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Among its clinical uses, comfrey can help relieve pain, reduce inflammation of muscles and joints, speed the healing of bruises and contusions and potentially aid in the treatment of fibromyalgia.\"\u003e2 oz tin: 2 x 2 x 1 Inches \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0DKY7K77T?th=1\" title=\"Among its clinical uses, comfrey can help relieve pain, reduce inflammation of muscles and joints, speed the healing of bruises and contusions and potentially aid in the treatment of fibromyalgia.\"\u003e4 oz tin: 3 x 3 x 1.25 Inches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Among its clinical uses, comfrey can help relieve pain, reduce inflammation of muscles and joints, speed the healing of bruises and contusions and potentially aid in the treatment of fibromyalgia.\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ssforganics.com\/blogs\/eos\/comfrey\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComfrey ointments have been used to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eheal bruises as well as pulled muscles and ligaments, fractures, sprains, strains, and osteoarthritis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"4 oz.","offer_id":52081424990513,"sku":"U5-ILME-KNEF-1","price":25.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4-4oz.","offer_id":52081437016369,"sku":null,"price":93.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz.","offer_id":53096857731377,"sku":null,"price":18.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4-2oz.","offer_id":53096857764145,"sku":null,"price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8411\/5249\/files\/Untitled_design_11.jpg?v=1771972430"},{"product_id":"ssf-organics-joint-pain-oil-blend-concentrate-msm-bee-venom-comfrey-boswellia-soothe-heal-restore-copy","title":"Joint Pain Oil Blend Concentrate (10ml. Travel Size)  MSM | Bee Venom | Comfrey | Boswellia | SOOTHE. HEAL. RESTORE. (Copy)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuper concentrated formula of therapeutic herbs and potent essential oils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRelieves Joint and Muscle Pain\/Stiffness Due to Arthritis or Injury\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eFOR MUSCLES, JOINTS, AND BONES: This concentrated oil herbal formula presents incredible, natural relieving properties that help overcome most types of injuries and quickly reduce inflammation, alleviate discomfort and muscle soreness, while it can also fast-track the relief of torn ligaments and bone fractures! Accelerates heal time from workouts, sports, and post surgery recovery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eGreat OTC topical relief. Our concentrated therapeutic oil has a \u003cstrong\u003etriple effect\u003c\/strong\u003e that gives \u003cstrong\u003eimmediate relief, improves mobility and reduces stiffness.\u003c\/strong\u003e You should feel significant relief within 3 days of continuous use. Giving you the freedom to live your life and be there for those you love. \u003ca href=\"%20643985457621\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSSF Organics Joint Oil Concentrate\u003c\/a\u003e is paraben and dye-free and provides long lasting relief and control to move when applied 2 times a day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eConcentrated formula of therapeutic herbs and essential oils. Using potent ingredients like Comfrey, Bee Venom, MSM, Menthol, and Wintergreen to soothe, heal, and restore!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"10ml. Roller Bottle","offer_id":53096598962481,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8411\/5249\/files\/creative-studio-asset-31837722-1c7a-42c8-8035-98ac0a0f9be9.png?v=1773090869"},{"product_id":"comfrey-recovery-salve-all-purpose-repairs-skin-and-soothes-muscles-joint-pain-copy-1","title":"Comfrey Salve + Oil Combo - Heals and Repairs Skin | Soothes and Accelerates Heal Time for  Muscles\/Joints","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eComfrey can be used to treat Wounds, Rashes, Skin Conditions, Arthritis, Sore Muscles \u0026amp; Joints, Blisters, \u0026amp; Post Surgery Healing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e1 oz. Concentrated Comfrey Oil and 2 oz. Comfrey Healing Salve: Helps hydrate, protect, and nourish the skin with comfrey, known for its allantoin content. Great for soothing dry, irritated areas and supporting healthy-looking skin. Easy to Use: Apply to clean, dry skin three times daily or as needed. For Muscles, Joints, Bones, and Bruises: Supports wellness and comfort after physical activity. Ideal for soothing areas of soreness or tension following workouts, running or daily strain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eComfrey has long been revered in herbal medicine for its ability to accelerate recovery, particularly in muscle, bones, and tissues, making it an invaluable aid for athletes and individuals experiencing muscle fatigue post-exercise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eOur oil is slow infused in glass jars during the summer months by the sun's radiant heat. This creates a highly concentrated medicinal oil for topical healing, comfort and recovery. Handpoured in small batches. We use clean ingredients in all of our products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eSpecific uses: Torn ligaments, massage, muscle recovery, aching joints, red light therapy accelerator, wounds, broken bones, use with knee patches, castor oil liver packs, cartilage damage, cysts, rashes, cuts, scrapes, bruises, stings, bites, dry skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eSimple, Clean Ingredients – Contains no added fillers or chemicals—just herbs, minerals, omega rich oils and natural beeswax. Traditional Botanical Formula – Supports skin wellness with a synergistic combination of herbs known for their natural properties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e**PLEASE NOTE** A clinical overview by the National Library of Medicine advises any Comfrey product to only be used TOPICALLY. \u003c\/span\u003eFor more information please follow this link: https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3491633\/\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Uses of Comfrey Plant for Healing\" href=\"https:\/\/draxe.com\/nutrition\/comfrey\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComfrey\u003c\/a\u003e REGENERATES cartilage, and tissues while RELIEVING PAIN \u0026amp; INFLAMMATION due to arthritis, disease and injury. Wonderful for post-surgery healing!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNourishes, Protects and Rapidly HEALS SKIN. Use on skin conditions such as Hyperkeratosis, Psoriasis, Rashes, and Eczema. Reduces inflammation and pain in SORE MUSCLES \u0026amp; JOINTS.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLess is more when it comes to natural healing.  Ingredients: Organic Comfrey, Organic Rice Bran Oil, Beeswax, Magnesium Oil, Lavender, and Wintergreen Essential Oils, MSM, \u0026amp; Zinc.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComfrey Recovery Salve Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 2 oz \u0026amp; 4 oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0GFFS19K2?th=1\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2 oz tin: 2 x 2 x 1 Inches \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0DKY7K77T?th=1\"\u003e4 oz tin: 3 x 3 x 1.25 Inches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComfrey ointments have been used to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eheal bruises as well as pulled muscles and ligaments, fractures, sprains, strains, and osteoarthritis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53096859140401,"sku":null,"price":29.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8411\/5249\/files\/100_natural_ingredients_3.png?v=1773100101"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8411\/5249\/collections\/Your_paragraph_text_15_eaac5174-e3a8-4092-922f-9cb10bf31d7d.png?v=1784490486","url":"https:\/\/www.ssforganics.com\/collections\/joint-muscle-products-for-sale-for-arthritis-and-muscle-sprains-copy.oembed","provider":"SSF Organics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}