Category Archives: Surgery

Homeopathic A. montana + B. albain in aortic valve surgery

Arnica montana and other homoeopathic extracts have been used to control inflammation, swelling, and blood loss, with controversial result, say researchers from Université de Lyon, in France.

They are the first to study A. montana + Bryonia albain (for irritability and aches) in cardiac surgery, which is often followed by blood loss and involves substantial systemic inflammation. Continue reading Homeopathic A. montana + B. albain in aortic valve surgery

Effect of electro-acupuncture on bowel dysfunction after abdominal surgery

The inability to take food by mouth, pass gas, and have a bowel movement is a common problem that usually lasts not more than 3 days. When it lasts more than 4 days it’s called prolonged postoperative ileus. It’s uncomfortable and potentially dangerous.

Researchers from the US and China tell us that electro-acupuncture probably isn’t a useful option. Continue reading Effect of electro-acupuncture on bowel dysfunction after abdominal surgery