Sprains + Strains

Nothing slows you down faster than a bad sprain. Typically sprains take at least two weeks to begin to heal - a bad sprain can take months to recover and sometimes longer. Ligaments are tricky - some are more flexible than others - some heal quicker and some ligament sprains never fully heal resulting in a life-long “weak spot”. 

The combination of essential oils in this blend works in a variety of ways. First by reducing inflammation and bruising quickly and then Lemongrass gets to work healing tendons and ligaments with support from Helichrysum which helps heal the surrounding tissue.

For strains, Lemongrass helps to alleviate muscle spasms that can make the muscle strain worse. The supporting oils in this blend provide all-natural pain relief that is effective and non-addictive as well as, reduce inflammation so healing can begin.

We recommend rolling Sprains & Strains frequently - every few hours - for the first 48 hours, then three times a day until swelling, pain and bruising have subsided. We always recommend rubbing an unscented lotion over the affected area after rolling the essential oil as it will help the oils penetrate deeper into your tissue and cells. We also recommend alternating ice and heat for the first few hours. Ice will help reduce swelling and assist with pain, however, ice decreases the blood flow to the wounded area, so alternating with heat will keep blood flowing to the injury. After a few hours, we recommend using heat and only using ice if the injury continues to swell several hours after the initial injury. Many sports medicine doctors are finding that this method works better than ice alone and promotes faster healing.

Fractionated coconut oil (cocos nucifera)

Arnica (arnica spp)

St. John’s Wort (hypericum perforatum)

Calendula (calendula officinalis)

Frankincense (boswellia carteri)

Lavender (lavandula agustifolia)

Peppermint (menta piperita)

Marjoram (origanum majorana)

Thyme (thymus vulgaris)

CBD (cannabidiol)

Wintergreen (gaultheria fragrantissima)

Cypress (cupressus semprevirens)

Helichrysum (helichrysum italicum)